Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry
Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a delightful weeknight meal that combines sweet and savory flavors in under 30 minutes. With a homemade teriyaki sauce featuring orange zest, this dish is packed with protein and veggies, making it a favorite for the whole family. Serve it over rice for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup water (divided)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- For the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine ¾ cup water, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir well and bring to a low boil. Mix the corn starch with the remaining ¼ cup water until fully dissolved and stir into the saucepan to thicken. Remove from heat and add orange zest.
- For the Stir Fry: Heat sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened. Add ground turkey, cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (about 7-10 minutes). Incorporate broccoli and carrots, cooking until tender. Lower heat, stir in teriyaki sauce, and simmer for several minutes.
- Serve warm over rice or as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 277
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 586mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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