Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir-Fry
A quick and healthy stir-fry made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and a sweet-savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan dish is full of flavor, high in protein, and naturally gluten-free when using tamari.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 medium bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups (200g) broccoli florets
- 1 cup (100g) carrots, thinly sliced
- ½ cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- ¼ cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground turkey and cook for 7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots. Stir and cook for 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce. Stir well to coat all ingredients and simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot over rice, quinoa, or noodles.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or tofu for variation.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicier version.
- Double the sauce if serving over absorbent grains like rice.
Find it online: https://www.cookwithbenchi.com/ground-turkey-teriyaki-stir-fry/