Description
This Korean-style ground turkey recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Ground turkey is cooked with aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, then simmered in a savory soy-based sauce thickened with cornstarch and sweetened with brown sugar. Garnished with chopped chives and sesame seeds, this dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice or vegetables for a healthy, satisfying meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
Main
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 15 oz ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Garnish
- Chopped chives
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and red chili flakes until smooth. Set this mixture aside to use later.
- Heat aromatics: Warm the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute, to release their flavors.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until it is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add sauce and thicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked turkey. Increase the heat to high and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the turkey evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Stir in the chopped chives, then sprinkle the sesame seeds on top. Serve the Korean-style ground turkey hot with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of red chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, quinoa, or sautéed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
