Description
This quick and flavorful Ground Turkey Stir Fry with Veggies is a healthy and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with tender ground turkey, crisp broccoli, colorful bell peppers, and carrots all tossed in a savory homemade stir fry sauce, this dish is both nutritious and delicious. The toasted nuts add a delightful crunch, while the blend of garlic, ginger, and chili sauce infuse bold Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 tablespoon Asian chili sauce or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Stir Fry Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil of choice (light olive oil, peanut, grapeseed, canola, sunflower)
- 1 pound ground turkey or turkey sausage
- 1/2 large yellow onion, cut into 1/2” pieces (or 1 tsp onion powder)
- 3 cups broccoli florets, bite-sized
- 3 carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1” pieces
- 4 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger powder)
- 1 cup unsalted peanuts or cashews
Instructions
- Make Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together low sodium chicken broth, reduced sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice wine or dry sherry, Asian chili sauce or Sriracha, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. If opting to use garlic, ginger, or onion powders instead of fresh, add them here. Set the sauce aside.
- Toast Nuts: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the unsalted peanuts or cashews and toast until golden in spots, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Brown Turkey: In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook while crumbling it with a spoon until evenly browned and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked turkey to a plate. Wipe out the skillet to prepare for the vegetables.
- Stir Fry Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of neutral oil to the empty skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets, sliced carrots, red bell pepper pieces, and onion. Stir fry the vegetables for about 3 minutes until they become crisp-tender, being careful not to overcook since they will further cook in the sauce. Add minced garlic and minced ginger, stirring everything for 30 seconds to release their flavors.
- Add Sauce and Combine: Whisk the stir fry sauce again to recombine the ingredients and pour it into the skillet with the vegetables. Add the cooked ground turkey back to the pan. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until it thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the toasted peanuts or cashews, mixing them evenly throughout.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish the dish with additional chili sauce, sliced green onions, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful and nutritious ground turkey stir fry!
Notes
- Rice wine or dry sherry can be substituted with mirin or additional chicken broth if unavailable.
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of Asian chili sauce or Sriracha to your preference.
- Fresh garlic, ginger, and onion provide more vibrant flavors, but powders can be used as convenient substitutes.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure oyster sauce and soy sauce are certified gluten-free brands.
- Use unsalted nuts to better control sodium levels in the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
