Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Honey Garlic Ground Turkey Recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. In just 25 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish featuring a sweet and sticky glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Lean ground turkey ensures a healthy, protein-packed meal that can be served over rice, noodles, or inside crunchy lettuce cups. It’s a versatile recipe that adapts to your taste preferences and is easy to prepare with common pantry ingredients. Enjoy a deliciously satisfying dinner that won’t break the bank while packing a flavorful punch!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: ½ tsp red pepper flakes for heat
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned (6–7 minutes).
- Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet with turkey, stirring well. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in sliced green onions and serve over rice or in lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of honey based on preference. For added nutrition, include diced vegetables like bell peppers during cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 3 months.