Description
Learn how to make a delicious and easy Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry in just 30 minutes! This recipe combines lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce for a satisfying and healthy meal.
Ingredients
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For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup water, divided
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 lb 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, as desired
Instructions
1. Make the Teriyaki Sauce: A Sweet and Savory Blend
- Combine Ingredients (Except Cornstarch and Water): In a small saucepan, combine ¾ cup of water, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a low boil.
- Make Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ¼ cup of cold water and the cornstarch until smooth. This forms a slurry, which will thicken the sauce.
- Thicken Sauce: Slowly stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Whisk constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Simmer and Remove: Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
- Add Orange Zest: Stir in the orange zest.
- Set Aside: Set the teriyaki sauce aside until you’re ready to add it to the stir-fry.
2. Cook the Ground Turkey and Vegetables: Building the Stir-Fry Base
- Heat Oil: Add the sesame oil to a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onions (or leeks, as suggested in the recipe) to the skillet and cook for several minutes, until softened.
- Add Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet.
- Brown Turkey: Cook the ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks, until it’s fully browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add Broccoli and Carrots: Add the broccoli florets and shredded carrots to the skillet.
- Cook Vegetables: Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are heated through and tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Tip: If using frozen broccoli, it will release some liquid as it cooks. You can increase the heat slightly to help evaporate the excess moisture.
3. Combine and Simmer: Infusing with Teriyaki Flavor
- Reduce Heat: Reduce the heat to low.
- Add Sauce: Stir in the prepared teriyaki sauce.
- Simmer: Simmer for several minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has coated the turkey and vegetables and the flavors have melded.
4. Serve: Enjoying Your Quick and Flavorful Creation
- Serve Hot: Serve the Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry immediately while it’s hot.
- Serve with Rice: Serve over cooked rice (white, brown, jasmine, etc.) or another grain of your choice.
