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EASY GROUND TURKEY AND PEPPERS STIR-FRY

This easy ground turkey and peppers stir-fry recipe transforms a weeknight staple into a craveable dish. By mastering the Maillard reaction and controlling moisture, you'll achieve a perfectly balanced, savory, and satisfying meal. Serve over rice for a complete and delicious dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 bell peppers any color
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spoon
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Turkey: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Season with garlic powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Remove turkey from skillet and set aside.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Add onion and bell peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add water chestnuts and cook for another minute.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Return cooked turkey to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the mixture and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with green onions. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can substitute ground chicken or beef for the ground turkey. For a vegetarian option, use tofu instead of meat.