Sesame Turkey Stir-Fry is a quick and delicious dish that combines lean ground turkey with crisp vegetables, all tossed in a savory sesame sauce. The nutty flavor of sesame oil paired with soy sauce and a hint of ginger creates a well-balanced sauce that coats the turkey and veggies perfectly. This stir-fry is not only packed with protein and fiber, but it also comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the cooked turkey to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce, tossing everything together until well combined.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Serve hot over rice or noodles for a tasty and healthy stir-fry that’s sure to become a new family favorite!
