Description
This nutritious and protein-packed stir fry offers a quick, savory solution for busy weeknights. Featuring lean ground turkey, crisp broccoli, and carrots tossed in a silky homemade teriyaki glaze, this meal captures authentic flavors with ease. By using ground turkey, the meat provides perfect surface area for the sauce to cling to, ensuring a flavorful, umami-rich experience in every single bite without any pre-marinating required.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups broccoli florets
1 large carrot, julienned
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp corn starch
2 tbsp water
Green onions for garnish
Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, corn starch, and water to create the slurry.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add ground turkey to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and cooked through.
Add the broccoli, carrots, garlic, and ginger to the turkey; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the skillet.
Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the mixture evenly.
Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Use tamari instead of regular soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free. Serve over steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Japanese-American