Ground Turkey Stir-Fry
A quick and savory ground turkey stir-fry infused with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- ½ tbsp packed brown sugar
- ½ tsp chili flakes
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp sesame oil For cooking
- 2 cloves minced garlic Fresh garlic is recommended for better flavor
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 15 oz ground turkey Lean ground turkey
- 6 tbsp chopped chives Reserve some for garnish
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth.
Cooking
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, then stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it into smaller pieces as it cooks, stirring for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the cooked turkey, stirring well to coat. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in most of the chopped chives, mixing well and heating through for another minute.
- Serve the dish garnished with sesame seeds and reserved chives.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately and consider adding greens like spinach or bok choy towards the end of cooking for added nutrition.