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Ground Turkey Veggie Stir Fry - A Fast, Flavorful Weeknight Favorite

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (avocado, canola, or vegetable)
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, small bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced or matchsticks
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas or snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1–2 teaspoons cornstarch (for light thickening)
  • Cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, sriracha, broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Preheat your pan: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high. Add the neutral oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Brown the turkey: Add ground turkey and break it into crumbles. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 4–6 minutes until no longer pink and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate if the pan is crowded.
  4. Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add onion. Cook 2 minutes until slightly soft. Stir in garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Cook the veggies: Add broccoli and carrots first. Stir-fry 3 minutes. Add bell pepper, snap peas, and mushrooms. Cook 2–3 minutes more until crisp-tender. You want some bite left.
  6. Combine turkey and sauce: Return turkey to the pan. Give the sauce a quick stir (cornstarch settles), then pour it in. Toss everything and cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the stir fry.
  7. Finish and garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning—more soy for salt, more sriracha for heat, or a squeeze of lime for brightness. Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds.
  8. Serve: Spoon over warm rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Enjoy right away for best texture.