Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick and delicious meal packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the 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
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- For the Stir Fry:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix together ¾ cup of water, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and brown sugar. Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup water with the cornstarch until it’s smooth. Once the sauce is bubbling lightly, stir in the cornstarch mixture. Continue cooking until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, usually for a couple of minutes. When ready, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest for a refreshing hint of citrus. Set the sauce aside while you cook the stir fry.
- Cook the Stir Fry Ingredients: In a large skillet or wok, heat up the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the onion becomes slightly translucent and soft. Following this, add in the ground turkey, breaking it up with your spatula. Cook the turkey thoroughly until it’s browned and reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F, which should take around 7 to 10 minutes. It’s essential at this stage to make sure the turkey is cooked through, as this is a poultry dish.
- Incorporate the Veggies: Once the turkey is cooked, toss in the broccoli florets and shredded carrots. Stir-fry these vegetables together with the turkey for about 3 to 5 minutes, until they are fork-tender, yet still vibrant and crisp. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the teriyaki sauce that you prepared earlier. Coat all the ingredients evenly, allowing them to warm together for an additional few minutes. This will ensure that every bite is infused with the delightful flavors of the teriyaki sauce.
Notes
This dish is versatile; feel free to swap out the ground turkey for chicken, beef, or tofu, and adjust vegetables to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Protein: 25 g