Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry – Easy Recipes with Ground Beef Twist
This ground turkey teriyaki stir fry is the kind of dish that makes you feel like you’ve got your act together—even if dinner’s the only thing you nailed today. It’s fast, it’s loaded with flavor, and it checks every box for a satisfying weeknight meal. There’s something about the combo of sweet teriyaki, savory turkey, and crisp veggies that just works. Like, really works.
I’ve made this recipe when I had a packed fridge and when all I had were a few sad carrots and a half-used onion. It forgives you. It loves improvisation. And honestly, that’s part of the charm. You throw it in a pan, crank up the heat, and it somehow always turns out tasty.
Whether you’re trying to eat lighter, need something kid-friendly, or just want to put dinner on the table in 30 minutes flat—this stir fry’s got your back. Bonus points: it makes for killer leftovers. So don’t be shy about doubling up.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Cooked rice for serving
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and sauté the onion until soft.
- Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in garlic, red bell pepper, and broccoli. Cook for 3–5 minutes until veggies are just tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, and grated ginger.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir until everything is coated.
- Let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over cooked rice and top with sesame seeds and green onions.