Nigerian · beginner
Nigerian Asun Spiced Smoked Turkey Skillet
A pan-fried peppered skillet dish inspired by traditional peppered smoked meats, pairing tender smoked turkey with crunchy bell pepper strips and fragrant ginger.
- PREP TIME
- 15 min
- COOK TIME
- 20 min
- SERVES
- 4
Good things
start in the kitchen.
LET’S MAKE IT
Step by step
- 01
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 02
Add the smoked turkey cubes and sear for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until edges are crisp and browned.
- 03
Lower heat to medium and add the thick sliced red onion, minced scotch bonnet, fresh ginger, and minced garlic.
- 04
Sauté the mixture for 3 minutes until onions begin to soften and become fragrant.
- 05
Toss in the red and green bell pepper strips, stirring constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until peppers are bright and crisp-tender.
- 06
Remove the skillet from heat immediately to preserve the vivid color and texture of the vegetables.
- 07
Serve warm directly from the skillet alongside steamed rice or plantains.
A LITTLE KITCHEN KNOW-HOW
High-Heat Pepper Stir-Frying
Flash-cooking crunchy aromatic vegetables with seared meat retains vibrant colors and distinct pepper heat.
Notes from the kitchen
- Smoked turkey is naturally salty and flavorful, so extra salt is rarely needed for this quick skillet.
- Slice onions thickly so they hold their structure alongside the crunchy bell peppers.
- Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Nigerian; regional versions vary.
- Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.