Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick and healthy dinner made with lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for easy weeknight meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups mixed vegetables broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, etc.
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- Optional: green onions and sesame seeds
- Optional: cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add ground turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add vegetables and cook for 3–5 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
- Pour sauce over the turkey and vegetables.
- Stir and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Add cornstarch slurry if desired and cook until sauce thickens.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Do not overcook vegetables to keep them crisp.
- Adjust sweetness and saltiness to taste.
- Drain excess liquid from turkey if needed.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat with a splash of water if sauce thickens.