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Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry

Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry
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Turkey Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner featuring tender turkey breast strips and vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory-sweet homemade teriyaki sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable to suit your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb turkey breast, sliced into thin strips

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Teriyaki Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or mirin
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (gluten-free if needed)

Other

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or mild olive/avocado oil)
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Slice the turkey breast into thin strips for quick cooking. Chop the bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Having all ingredients prepped ensures even cooking and timing.
  2. Mix the teriyaki sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar or mirin, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until smooth. This will create a glossy sauce that coats the stir fry perfectly.
  3. Cook the turkey: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the turkey strips and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes. Remove the turkey from the pan and set aside.
  4. Stir fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more sesame oil if needed. Add the carrots, broccoli florets, and bell peppers. Stir constantly for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and vibrant.
  5. Combine and cook with sauce: Return the turkey to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the teriyaki sauce over everything and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the turkey and vegetables.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove the pan from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions over the stir fry. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use high heat to keep vegetables crisp and turkey juicy.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to avoid steaming.
  • Slice turkey and vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking.
  • Prepare all ingredients and sauce in advance for smooth cooking.
  • Adjust sweetness of sauce by tasting and modifying honey or soy sauce levels to preference.

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Keywords: turkey teriyaki, stir fry, quick dinner, healthy, gluten free, easy recipe, weeknight meal

Find it online: https://marygourmet.com/turkey-teriyaki-stir-fry/