Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for weeknights. Featuring lean ground turkey cooked with fresh broccoli, carrots, and onions in a homemade teriyaki sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and a hint of orange zest, it delivers a delicious balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy and satisfying dish that can be served over rice or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
Teriyaki Sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup water, divided
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Stir Fry
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion, small diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the Teriyaki Sauce: Combine ¾ cup of water, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Thicken the Sauce: Bring the mixture to a low boil. Meanwhile, whisk together ¼ cup water and corn starch in a small bowl until fully dissolved. Slowly pour this slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously, allowing the sauce to thicken. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the orange zest. Set aside.
- Prepare the Stir Fry: Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for several minutes until softened.
- Cook the Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet, cooking and stirring until fully cooked through and no longer pink, about 7 to 10 minutes. Ensure turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in broccoli florets and shredded carrots, cooking until they are heated through and tender.
- Combine with Sauce: Reduce heat to low and pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the skillet. Stir well and simmer for several minutes to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Serve: Serve the ground turkey teriyaki stir fry over steamed rice or your preferred side, enjoying it hot.
Notes
- You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
- To make it gluten-free, use tamari sauce instead of regular soy sauce.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness of the sauce according to your taste preference.
- This recipe can be doubled easily to serve more people or for leftovers.
- Fresh ginger works best, but ground ginger can be used if necessary (about ¼ teaspoon).
