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Easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This Easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful meal packed with nutrients!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey or ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Hot cooked rice for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

Stepwise Method: Easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry
  1. Start by washing and cutting your vegetables. Slice the onion and separate the broccoli into florets. Measure out all your ingredients so you have everything ready to go.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable or olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground turkey or beef. Season it with garlic powder, ground pepper, and salt. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remember to break up any large chunks with your spatula.
  3. Once the meat is cooked, add the sliced onion and broccoli florets to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the meat and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  5. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more water to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and serve the stir fry hot over a bed of hot cooked rice. Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze without rice for up to 2 months for longer storage.
  • Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.