Quick & Healthy Ground Turkey Stir Fry
This quick and healthy ground turkey stir fry is packed with flavor and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a weeknight meal. The savory sauce coats every bite, making it a satisfying and wholesome dish.
Equipment
- small bowl
- whisk
- large skillet or wok
- spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or other cooking oil
- 4 cups mixed stir-fry vegetables (broccoli florets, sliced carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, sliced mushrooms, chopped bok choy)
Optional Garnishes
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
- sriracha
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth, then set aside.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add and brown the ground turkey for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up and draining any excess fat.
- Push the turkey to one side, add mixed stir-fry vegetables to the other, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Combine turkey and vegetables, whisk the sauce again, and pour over; cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats everything.
Serving
- Remove from heat and serve hot, garnishing with sesame seeds, green onions, or sriracha if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the sauce. You can also use other vegetables you have on hand, such as kale or bell peppers. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.