Jerk Turkey Skewers with Pineapple Salsa, Coconut Rice, and Sauteed Sugar Snap Peas
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For the experienced chef, consider making your own jerk seasoning blend from scratch. It allows for a more personalized flavor profile. You could also try grilling the turkey skewers on an outdoor grill to impart a smoky flavor. Toast the cinnamon, allspice, and ginger in a dry pan before mixing them with the jerk seasoning for added depth. For the coconut rice, add a pinch of salt and a couple of kaffir lime leaves while cooking for enhanced flavor.
Step 1: Prepare the Jerk Turkey Skewers
Thread the cubed turkey onto skewers. In a small bowl, mix together the jerk seasoning, allspice, cinnamon, and ginger. Rub the spice mixture all over the turkey skewers.
- 2 pounds turkey breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Step 2: Make the Pineapple Salsa
In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro. Toss to mix well.
- 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Step 3: Cook the Coconut Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the jasmine rice and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
Step 4: Saute the Sugar Snap Peas
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the trimmed sugar snap peas and sauté for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups sugar snap peas, trimmed
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 2 pounds turkey breast
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 whole pineapple
- 1 whole red onion
- 2 cups sugar snap peas
- 1 whole lime
Pantry Items
- 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Seasonings & Spices
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 cup cilantro