Description
A fast, flavorful stir fry with tender ground turkey, crisp vegetables, and a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce—perfect for busy weeknights, budget friendly, and easy to customize.
Ingredients
- Soy sauce
- Water
- Brown sugar
- Honey
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, minced
- Cornstarch
- Orange zest (optional)
- Lean ground turkey
- Sesame oil or neutral oil
- Onion, diced
- Broccoli florets
- Shredded carrots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan and simmer. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened; stir in orange zest if using.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet or wok. Sauté onions until soft, then add ground turkey and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add broccoli and shredded carrots. Cook until vegetables reach desired tenderness.
- Pour teriyaki sauce over the turkey and vegetables. Simmer gently for 2 minutes.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or scallions.
Notes
Use fresh ginger and garlic for best flavor. If vegetables release excess moisture, raise heat briefly. Adjust sweetness or saltiness in the sauce before adding to skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired