Ingredients
– 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce for the sauce
– 1/4 cup water for the sauce
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar for the sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil for the sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for the sauce
– 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger for the sauce
– 2 teaspoons sriracha for the sauce
– 3 teaspoons neutral cooking oil for stir frying
– 1 pound ground turkey (about 450 grams) as the main protein
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
– 1 zucchini, quartered and sliced for vegetables
– 1 large carrot, peeled and grated for vegetables
– 1 red bell pepper, diced for vegetables
– 3 stalks green onion, with white and light green parts sliced for vegetables
– 2 teaspoons cornstarch to thicken the sauce
– 2 teaspoons water to mix with cornstarch for thickening
– Jasmine rice to serve with the dish
– Sliced green onions for garnish
– Optional hot sauce for garnish, amount as desired
Instructions
1-Getting a great ground turkey stir fry starts with some simple prep work to keep everything moving smoothly. First, get all your ingredients ready by washing and chopping the veggies, like slicing the zucchini and grating the carrot, so you can cook without interruptions. This sets the stage for a quick and fun cooking session.
2-Next, heat 3 teaspoons of neutral cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 pound of ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes until itβs browned and fully cooked through. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for extra flavor, letting it mix in well.
3-Now, toss in the prepared vegetables: the sliced zucchini, grated carrot, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions. Cook them for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until they reach a nice tender-crisp texture. In a separate bowl, mix the homemade sauce by combining 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, and 2 teaspoons sriracha.
4-Pour the sauce over the turkey and veggies, stirring to coat everything evenly. To thicken it up, stir in the mixture of 2 teaspoons cornstarch and 2 teaspoons water. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes so the flavors blend perfectly. Finally, serve your ground turkey stir fry hot over jasmine rice, garnished with extra sliced green onions and a dash of hot sauce if you like. For variations, try using ground chicken or adding veggies like shredded cabbage for a fresh twist.
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β±οΈ Prepare vegetables ahead of time to reduce cooking time.
πΆοΈ Adjust sriracha amount to control heat level.
π₯¦ Swap or add other quick-cooking vegetables like bean sprouts, cabbage, or snow peas for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
