Korean Turkey Stuffed Naan Pockets (Printable)

Warm naan filled with Korean-spiced turkey, crisp veggies, and zesty gochujang mayo

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Filling

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon gochujang
08 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - 2 green onions, sliced
11 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Gochujang Mayo

12 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon gochujang
14 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 teaspoon honey

→ Assembly and Toppings

16 - 4 large naan breads
17 - 1 cup English cucumber, thinly sliced
18 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
19 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
20 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
21 - Lime wedges

# How to Cook:

01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Chill until ready to use.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
04 - Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is well coated and slightly sticky. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in green onions and remove from heat.
05 - Warm naan breads in a dry skillet or oven until soft and pliable.
06 - Spread a generous spoonful of gochujang mayo inside each naan. Fill with turkey mixture, then top with cucumber slices, shredded carrots, sesame seeds, and cilantro. Add a squeeze of lime if desired.
07 - Fold naan over and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast Fusion: Enjoy a complex blend of Korean spices in a meal that takes only 40 minutes from start to finish.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted for different proteins or dietary needs like gluten-free or dairy-free.
  • Perfect Texture: A satisfying mix of warm turkey, soft bread, and crisp cucumbers in every bite.
02 -
  • Added Crunch: For even more texture, try adding pickled radishes or a simple slaw to your pocket.
  • Lighter Version: Swap out the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt to create a lighter, tangier sauce.
  • Temperature Control: Chilling the gochujang mayo while you cook the turkey provides a pleasant cool contrast to the hot filling.
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