Description
A quick and flavorful Teriyaki Turkey Stir Fry recipe that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. This dish features tender ground turkey and crisp vegetables coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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For the Stir Fry:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok. Add ground turkey and cook until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Stir Fry Vegetables: In the same skillet, cook broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots until tender-crisp. Return turkey to the pan.
- Add Sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the meat and vegetables. Cook until sauce thickens.
- Serve: Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- You can use ground chicken or beef as a substitute for turkey.
- Add water chestnuts or snap peas for extra crunch.
- Double the sauce if serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (without rice)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
