Turkey Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
A quick and satisfying meal combining nutritious turkey, vibrant vegetables, and a flavorful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Sauce ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce Can substitute with gluten-free tamari sauce.
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro For garnish
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon sesame or canola oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) For spice
Main ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil For stir-frying
- 1 large sweet red pepper, julienned Can use any variety of bell peppers.
- 3 pieces green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast Fresh or leftover turkey.
- 2 cups hot cooked brown rice Day-old rice gives better texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, soy sauce, cilantro, honey, curry powder, sesame oil, garlic, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
- Prepare the remaining ingredients and have everything ready before you begin.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Stir-fry the julienned sweet red pepper until it’s crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
- Add the green onions and stir-fry until they’re tender, which should take another 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture into the pan. Bring it to a boil, cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cubed turkey, stirring until heated through.
- Serve the stir-fry over hot cooked brown rice.
Notes
Top with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime for added zest. Pair with a light salad or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.