Korean Turkey Stuffed Naan Pockets (View Print Version)

Juicy Korean-spiced turkey tucked in warm naan with crisp cucumbers and creamy gochujang mayo for a quick fusion meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Filling

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1 small onion, finely diced
06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon gochujang
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 2 scallions, finely sliced

→ Gochujang Mayo

12 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon gochujang
14 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
15 - 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

→ Assembly

16 - 4 naan breads, warmed
17 - 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves, optional
19 - Toasted sesame seeds, optional

# Method:

01 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
02 - Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook while breaking apart with a spatula until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined and slightly sticky. Remove from heat and fold in sliced scallions.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and toasted sesame oil until smooth and fully incorporated.
05 - Heat naan breads according to package instructions or in a dry skillet until warm and pliable.
06 - Spread a generous spoonful of gochujang mayo inside each naan bread. Fill with turkey mixture, top with cucumber slices, cilantro, and sesame seeds if desired.
07 - Fold or wrap naan around the filling and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A unique fusion of Korean flavors and soft naan bread.
  • Ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
  • High in protein with a satisfying balance of textures.
  • Easily adaptable for dairy-free diets by using vegan mayo.
02 -
  • For a spicier kick, add extra gochujang to the mayo or turkey mix.
  • Check ingredient labels carefully for allergens like wheat in the naan or soy in the gochujang.
  • Use a very sharp knife to slice the cucumbers thinly for the best texture.
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