Healthy Turkey Rice with Egg and Mushrooms

The Japanese cuisine is renowned for its balance of beauty and nutrition, contributing to the country's impressive longevity and mental clarity in older age.  Inspired by the Japanese approach to simple yet nourishing meals, this recipe is perfect for one or two people, making it ideal for those with busy lifestyles or who live alone.  It’s quick, delicious, and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 3 oz. ground turkey
• 1 egg
• 3 oz. oyster mushrooms
• 1 tsp minced garlic clove
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 tbsp oil

Ingredients For the Sauce:

• 1 tsp miso
• 1 tsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dashi seasoning
• 1/2 tsp five-spice powder

Directions:

1.    Preparing the Sauce:

·         Combine the miso, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, dashi seasoning, and five-spice powder in a small bowl.  Mix well and set aside.

2.    Preparing the Egg:

·         In another bowl, beat the egg with a pinch of salt.  Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, add some oil, and scramble the egg until just cooked.  Remove and set aside.

3.    Cooking the Turkey and Mushrooms:

·         Using the same pan, heat the remaining oil.  Sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.

·         Add the ground turkey and stir-fry until nearly cooked. Pour in the sake and continue cooking.

·         Add the oyster mushrooms and stir-fry until tender.

·         Pour in the prepared sauce, mix well, and cook until it thickens and coats the ingredients.  Adjust the seasoning to taste.

4.    Assembling the Dish:

·         Fill a serving bowl with steamed rice.  Arrange the stir-fried turkey and mushrooms on one side of the rice and the scrambled egg on the other.

·         Serve with sliced cabbage or a fresh salad on the side for added crunch and nutrients.

Enjoy this hearty and wholesome meal, inspired by Japanese simplicity and care for nutrition!

 

Tip
If you can not find dashi seasoning, you can use mushroom or chicken powder instead