Ground Turkey Larb – Fast and Easy Kid Friendly

Larb (aka Laab) is a Thai dish that can be modified nicely for young eaters: It’s not too spicy (unless you up the heat), it can be fast and easy to make, and it has a good profile for protein and minerals, thanks to turkey or pork and a line up of fresh herbs. The generous garlic is a good gut health helper, with antimicrobial action and ability to bust up biofilm. Traditionally, larb is a spicy ground pork dish crafted into an aromatic salad and served with toasted rice and sticky rice. If you get a chance, enjoy it at an authentic Thai restaurant soon.

For your home table, make this fast version inspired by the real thing. Even babies learning pincer grasp feeding can enjoy it, provided they are sitting well, and have skills settling in for chewing, swallowing, along with some baby teeth. Older kids can enjoy this with brown rice, sticky rice, congee, or in lettuce wraps. It’s shown here with congee and a side of roasted zucchini.

Ground Turkey Larb - Fast and Easy Kid Friendly

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A simple fast savory dish that can be enjoyed across ages. Use organic ingredients for best flavor and health.

• CourseMain Dish

Servings	Prep Time
4 adult size servings	15 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Servings Prep Time 4 adult size servings 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Ground Turkey Larb - Fast and Easy Kid Friendly Print Recipe A simple fast savory dish that can be enjoyed across ages. Use organic ingredients for best flavor and health. CourseMain Dish Servings Prep Time 4 adult size servings 15 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Servings Prep Time 4 adult size servings 15 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 3 cloves garlic minced (omit garlic for breakfast congee)
• 1 pinch chili flakes optional, if spicy hot is preferred
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon gluten free tamari
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 3 scallions minced
• 2 Tablespoons fresh mint leaves chopped, stems removed
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro stems removed, leaves only
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice or juice of 1 lime
• 1/2 cucumber peeled, julienned

Servings: adult size servings

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a 12″ skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook on medium heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes; do not burn. Add turkey, smoked paprika, chili flakes( if hotter spice is desired, omit if not), salt, and pepper. Stir and cook until turkey is browned, about 2 minutes.
2. Stir in tamari and chicken broth, simmer for a minute. Then add scallions, mint, and cilantro. Cook until turkey is done, about 5 minutes.
3. Add lime juice and stir evenly throughout the skillet.
4. Serve with hearty lettuce leaves like butter lettuce or romaine for lettuce wraps, fresh cucumber on top, or over sticky rice, congee, or any side your kids like.

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