Ground Turkey with Broccoli (Printable View)

Lean ground turkey and crisp broccoli in a savory Asian-inspired skillet, perfect for quick weeknight meals.

# What You 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside for later use.
02 - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and completely cooked through, approximately 5–6 minutes. Transfer to a plate and reserve.
03 - In the same skillet, add a splash of oil if necessary. Sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
04 - Add broccoli florets, bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are just tender but maintain their crisp texture.
05 - Return the cooked turkey to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss all ingredients together thoroughly. Continue stir frying for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are evenly coated and sauce has thickened nicely.
06 - Remove from heat immediately. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions or cilantro as desired. Serve hot, accompanied by rice or noodles if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The ground turkey creates these perfect little crumbles that soak up all that savory sauce
  • You get a complete protein-packed meal without spending hours in the kitchen
02 -
  • Having your sauce mixed before you start cooking is crucial because stir fry happens fast
  • Dont overcrowd your pan or the vegetables will steam instead of getting that nice stir fry texture
03 -
  • Prep everything before you turn on the stove, because once you start cooking, you wont have time to chop
  • Let your pan get properly hot before adding ingredients, that high heat is what gives stir fry its characteristic flavor

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