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Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir FryIngredients Recipe

Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir FryIngredients Recipe
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This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a flavorful and healthy weeknight meal featuring lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce with a bright hint of orange zest. It’s quick to prepare, packed with protein, and perfect served over rice or your favorite grain.

Ingredients

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Teriyaki Sauce

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¾ cup water (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch
  • ¼ cup water (for slurry)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Stir Fry

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small onion, small diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ¾ cup water, soy sauce, minced garlic, fresh ginger, honey, and brown sugar. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  2. Thicken Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup water and corn starch until smooth. Slowly pour the slurry into the boiling sauce while stirring continuously. Allow the sauce to thicken, then immediately remove from heat and stir in the orange zest. Set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for several minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Cook Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the onions. Cook thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 7-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in broccoli florets and shredded carrots. Cook until vegetables are tender and heated through.
  6. Combine with Sauce: Lower the heat to low and pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and simmer briefly until heated through.
  7. Serve: Serve the teriyaki stir fry over steamed rice or your preferred side. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The orange zest adds a fresh, citrusy brightness that balances the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce. You can omit this if preferred.
  • Feel free to substitute broccoli with snap peas or bell peppers based on availability or preference.
  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar and honey according to taste.

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Keywords: ground turkey stir fry, teriyaki sauce, healthy stir fry, quick dinner, Asian inspired, turkey recipe

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