Sweet and Spicy Ground Turkey Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Sweet and Spicy Ground Turkey Stir Fry—a quick and healthy recipe that’s bursting with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Lean ground turkey is caramelized and coated in a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, honey, and a kick of sriracha, while fresh veggies like red bell peppers, green beans, and carrots add crunch and color. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy nights, and it pairs beautifully with fluffy white or nutty brown rice for a complete meal. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory, making it your go-to for a wholesome, flavor-packed dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 3 stalks green onions (sliced, white and green parts separated)
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• 4 cups cooked white or brown rice, for serving
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sriracha sauce, and sesame oil. Set the sauce aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.

Step 3

Push the turkey to one side of the skillet. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty side and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir the garlic and ginger into the turkey, then pour in the prepared sauce. Combine well so the turkey is evenly coated. Lower the heat to medium and let it simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Push the turkey mixture to one side of the skillet again. Add the diced bell pepper, green beans, and carrots to the other side. Cook the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Mix the meat and vegetables together in the skillet. Add the white parts of the green onions and, if desired, sprinkle in crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat. Stir to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the stir fry over cooked white or brown rice.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onion tops and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1816.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2268.7

Total Fat 64.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 2435.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 54.2g
Protein 118.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 253.3mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1512.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.8%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 53.1%