Description
A flavorful and healthy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry featuring lean ground turkey and vibrant vegetables tossed in a homemade teriyaki sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick skillet dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner served over rice and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 large carrot, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Teriyaki Sauce
- 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 (cornstarch slurry)
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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 with a spatula as it cooks to ensure it crumbles evenly. Once browned, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, snap peas, and thinly sliced carrot to the skillet. Sauté the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant in color.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground ginger until well combined. Pour this teriyaki sauce over the cooked turkey and vegetables in the skillet, stirring to evenly coat all the ingredients.
- Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry mixture (cornstarch mixed with water) to the skillet. Stir continually and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, evenly coating the stir-fry.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the hot teriyaki stir fry over cooked rice, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or tofu for variation.
- To keep the vegetables extra crisp, avoid overcooking and sauté only until just tender.
- Cooked rice can be replaced with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
