Description
This ground turkey stir fry is your secret weapon for crushing busy weeknights or winning the meal prep game. Think: savory sesame-soy glazed turkey, colorful crisp veggies, and nutty brown rice all loaded into four hearty bowls. It’s lightning-fast (ready in 30 mins), ultra-adaptable, and packed with flavor that rivals your favorite takeout—minus the sluggish aftermath. Whether you’re dodging dinner fatigue or stocking the fridge for the week, these bowls deliver. Ready to stir-fry your way to dinner victory? Let’s go!
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry Sauce:
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¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari)
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½ tbsp toasted sesame oil
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½ tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
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Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tbsp water
For the Stir Fry:
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2 bell peppers, sliced
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4 green onions, chopped
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2 oz spinach
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp neutral oil (divided)
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19 oz ground turkey (93% lean)
For Serving:
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2½ cups cooked brown rice
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¼ cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
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Make Sauce
Whisk soy, sesame oil, sugar, pepper flakes, and water. Set aside. -
Cook Turkey (6–8 mins)
Heat 1 tbsp oil, sauté garlic, then brown turkey. Don’t over-stir—let it caramelize! -
Add Veggies (5–6 mins)
Push turkey aside, add 1 tbsp oil. Sauté peppers for 3 mins, then stir in spinach and green onions. Wilt for 1–2 mins. -
Finish Stir Fry (2 mins)
Pour in sauce, toss everything together until glossy and coated. -
Assemble
Divide brown rice and stir fry into 4 containers. Top with peanuts. Cool 10 mins before sealing.
Notes
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Use toasted sesame oil—it makes all the difference.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan; use a large skillet or wok.
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Store peanuts separately to keep them crunchy!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 Cal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4–5g
- Protein: 33g