Description
Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is the ultimate weeknight meal, combining convenience with flavor in under 30 minutes. This dish features lean ground turkey sautéed with fresh vegetables and a homemade teriyaki sauce infused with a hint of orange zest. It strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making it a hit for both kids and adults. Ideal for busy families, this versatile recipe allows you to customize it based on your pantry staples. Whether served over rice or nestled in lettuce wraps, it’s a nutritious and satisfying option that everyone will enjoy.
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
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ¾ cup water, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, honey, and brown sugar.
- Bring to a low boil. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining water and corn starch until smooth; stir into the saucepan.
- Cook until thickened; remove from heat and stir in orange zest.
- Heat sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; sauté onions until softened.
- Add ground turkey; cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in broccoli and carrots; cook until tender.
- Lower heat and add the teriyaki sauce; simmer for several minutes.
- Serve over rice or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg