Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Turkey recipe makes perfectly juicy, tender, and flavorful meat every time. Serve with rice, potatoes, or a salad for an unforgettable dinner in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean or extra-lean)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)
- Optional garnish: 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon neutral oil. Heat until the oil shimmers but does not smoke.
2. Add 1 pound ground turkey and break apart with a wooden spoon. Cook, stirring, until golden brown and no longer pink, about 6–7 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning and to release aroma.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until combined.
5. Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to coat. Simmer on medium-low for 3–5 minutes until the sauce reduces and glazes the meat.
6. Stir in most of the sliced green onions, reserving some for garnish. Remove from heat and serve over rice, noodles, or in lettuce cups. Garnish with sesame seeds and remaining green onions if desired.
Notes
Be sure not to overcrowd the pan when browning the turkey—it helps develop better flavor. For a lower-carb option, serve in lettuce wraps. Feel free to double the sauce for extra drizzle on rice or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 253mg