Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a deliciously simple dish that combines the savory taste of ground turkey with a homemade teriyaki sauce enhanced by a hint of orange zest. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for families seeking nutritious and flavorful meals. Serve it over rice, noodles, or in fresh lettuce wraps for a versatile dining experience everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine ¾ cup water, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and brown sugar. Bring to a low boil.
- Mix remaining water with cornstarch in a bowl and add to the saucepan. Cook until thickened.
- Stir in orange zest and set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until softened.
- Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink (about 7-10 minutes).
- Mix in broccoli and carrots; cook until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the stir fry; simmer briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 215g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap ground turkey with chicken or beef. Use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand for added flavor and nutrition.