ground turkey recipes for dinner
This quick and healthy ground turkey stir-fry is packed with colorful vegetables and bold flavors, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper sliced (any color)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 carrots julienned
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for serving cooked rice or quinoa
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until it starts to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the turkey is browned and fully cooked.
- Toss in the bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Stir well to combine, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or quinoa.
Notes
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
You can add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top for extra flavor and crunch.
For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.