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Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry

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This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick, easy, and healthy meal packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and a delicious homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s ready in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ High Protein & Low Fat – Lean ground turkey keeps it healthy.
✔️ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
✔️ Flavor-Packed – Sweet and savory teriyaki sauce with a hint of garlic and ginger.
✔️ Customizable – Swap in your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level!

Ingredients

For the Stir Fry:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or sesame oil)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • ½ cup onion, diced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ cup carrot, shredded or julienned
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry for thickening)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Ground Turkey

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey, salt, and black pepper, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and onion, and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 2: Cook the Veggies

  1. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 3: Make the Teriyaki Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha.
  2. In another bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry.

Step 4: Combine & Simmer

  1. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the turkey and veggies.
  2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  2. Serve over steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Serving Suggestions

🍚 Serve over jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
🥢 Pair with a side of miso soup or edamame.
🌶️ Make it spicy with extra sriracha or red pepper flakes.

Storage & Meal Prep

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat: Warm in a skillet or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Freeze: Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

FAQs

1. Can I use ground chicken or beef instead?

Yes! Ground chicken, beef, or even tofu work as substitutes.

2. Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes! Use coconut aminos or tamari instead of soy sauce.

3. How can I make this low-carb?

Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of rice.

4. Can I add extra veggies?

Absolutely! Mushrooms, zucchini, bok choy, or snap peas work great.

5. Can I use store-bought teriyaki sauce?

Yes! But homemade sauce gives you more control over sweetness and sodium.

Final Thoughts

This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is flavorful, nutritious, and incredibly easy to make! It’s perfect for meal prep, healthy eating, and busy nights.

🦃🥦🍚 Tried this recipe? Let me know how it turned out! 😊