Teriyaki Ground Turkey Stir-Fry
A quick and healthy stir-fry featuring lean ground turkey and vibrant vegetables in teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups white onion, chopped
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cups teriyaki sauce
- 4 cups cooked rice optional, for serving
Instructions
- Cook 1 ½ cups of rice according to package instructions using a rice cooker or on the stove. Make sure to rinse the rice before cooking for fluffier grains.
- Prepare the vegetables: shred 1 cup of carrots, chop 1 ½ cups of onion, mince 3 cloves of garlic, and chop 2 cups of broccoli into bite-size pieces. This prep work helps the cooking process go smoothly.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add in minced garlic and chopped onion. Cook until the onion turns translucent, about 1-2 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan. Break it apart using a spatula. Cook until it's no longer pink, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to cook thoroughly for safety.
- Stir in chopped broccoli, shredded carrots, and frozen peas. Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the broccoli is slightly soft when poked with a fork, about 3-4 minutes. This will help retain the nutrients in the vegetables.
- Pour teriyaki sauce over the mixture and mix well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is heated through. This step infuses the vegetables and turkey with delicious flavor.
- Serve the teriyaki ground turkey over the cooked rice in bowls. For added flavor, you can sprinkle sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For added flavor, you can sprinkle sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top before serving.