Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry
A quick and delicious stir fry featuring ground turkey and vibrant vegetables cooked in teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey Lean protein
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots) Use any preferred vegetables
- 1 small onion, sliced For flavor
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Enhances taste
Sauces and Oils
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce For the main flavor
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce For seasoning
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil For cooking
Extras
- Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving To serve with the stir fry
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your veggies and chopping them to your preferred size.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, around 5-7 minutes.
- Toss in the sliced onion and garlic, cooking for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry everything together until the veggies are tender yet crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the teriyaki and soy sauces, stirring well to combine everything.
- Let it simmer for another minute for the flavors to meld.
- Taste your stir fry and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve it hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Don’t stress if your sauce looks a bit lumpy; that’s all part of the magic! To add some heat, include a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce when adding the teriyaki sauce.