Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Turkey Recipe is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that come together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners. The tender ground turkey is coated in a sticky glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and fresh garlic, creating a mouthwatering dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether served over fluffy rice, wrapped in crisp lettuce cups, or tossed with noodles, this versatile recipe ensures you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in no time. With its lean protein and easy preparation, you can enjoy a deliciously healthy dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean or extra-lean)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add neutral oil.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet; break it apart with a wooden spoon until it's golden brown, about 6–7 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium; stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to coat the turkey evenly.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in most of the sliced green onions; serve over rice or noodles, garnished with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg