Ground Turkey Broccoli Stir Fry (Printable)
A quick, healthy skillet with lean ground turkey, crisp broccoli, and savory sauce ready in 25 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1 lb ground turkey
→ Vegetables
02 - 4 cups broccoli florets
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
05 - 3 green onions, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce
08 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce
10 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
12 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
13 - 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
→ Garnish
14 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
15 - Fresh cilantro or sliced green onions
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add a splash of oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot. Stir fry for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
05 - Return the turkey to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Stir fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are coated and sauce thickens.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions or cilantro if desired. Serve hot, with rice or noodles if preferred.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Ground turkey cooks faster than sliced meat, meaning dinner hits the table in under 30 minutes
- The sauce strikes that perfect balance between salty, sweet, and umami without needing a dozen specialty ingredients
02 -
- Cold turkey into a hot pan causes the temperature to plummet, so let your meat come to room temperature for even browning
- Overcrowding is the enemy of stir fry, cook in batches if your pan isn't large enough
03 -
- Prep EVERYTHING before you turn on the heat because stir fry waits for no one
- Don't be afraid of slightly higher heat—that's how you get the crispy edges and smoky flavor