Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight. With a mix of ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, this stir fry is a wholesome and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Turkey Stir Fry:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
Teryaki Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Garnish:
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Sesame Oil: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook Turkey: Add ground turkey and cook for 5–6 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add Aromatics: Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes.
- Make Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Pour into skillet.
- Thicken Sauce: Add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Feel free to swap in other veggies like snap peas or zucchini.
- For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
