Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring lean ground turkey, vibrant veggies, and a homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe is packed with nutrients and ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup snap peas
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add Vegetables: Add bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground ginger. Pour over turkey and veggies, stirring to coat.
- Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Substitutions: Swap turkey for chicken, beef, pork, or plant-based meat.
Vegetable Options: Add mushrooms, zucchini, or baby corn for variety.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating Tip: Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: Approximately 300 kcal per serving