Description
A quick and healthy Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Broccoli packed with colorful vegetables and flavorful sauces, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound ground turkey
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Sauces and Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the turkey and vegetables.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the hot skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and fully cooked through.
- Sauté aromatics: Stir in the sliced onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add the vegetables: Add broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry these for about 4-5 minutes or until they become tender-crisp, maintaining a slight crunch.
- Incorporate sauces: Pour in the soy sauce and optional oyster sauce, stirring well to evenly coat the turkey and vegetables. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Season: Taste and season the stir fry with salt and pepper as needed, then remove from heat.
- Serve: Serve the ground turkey stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Oyster sauce is optional and can be omitted to keep the dish lighter or for dietary preferences.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content if desired.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables, like snap peas or mushrooms, according to your preference.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of chili sauce when adding sauces.
- Ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken or lean ground beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
