Description
Sticky, sweet, and savory, this Honey Garlic Ground Turkey recipe turns lean ground meat into an incredibly satisfying meal. Ready in under 30 minutes and made with pantry staples, it’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or healthy eating without sacrificing flavor. The magic is in the garlic-honey-soy glaze, which clings to every tender morsel of turkey. Serve it over rice, noodles, or crisp lettuce wraps for a customizable dinner everyone will love. This is comfort food redefined—healthy, hearty, and full of punchy, mouthwatering flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon oil (avocado or canola)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: sesame seeds, lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Mix honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch slurry in a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add ground turkey. Cook, breaking up the meat, for 8–10 minutes or until browned and no longer pink.
- Pour in sauce. Stir to coat and reduce heat. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken.
- Stir in half the green onions. Turn off heat and garnish with remaining green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot over rice, noodles, or in lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320