Quick Turkey Stir Fry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
293 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Quick Turkey Stir Fry
Description
Quick Turkey Stir Fry combines previously cooked turkey strips with a mix of fresh or frozen stir-fry vegetables cooked in avocado oil along with fresh minced garlic and ginger. The sauce consists of soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch for thickening, and red pepper flakes for mild heat, which coats the ingredients when added near the end. The brief cooking time after adding the meat prevents drying out, keeping the turkey tender.
The addition of toasted sesame oil at the end introduces a nutty aroma that complements the savory sauce and fresh vegetables. Green onion slices provide color and a mild allium flavor as a fresh garnish. This stir fry is quick to prepare, especially suited for using leftover cooked turkey, offering a home-cooked meal with balanced flavors and textures.
This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the crispness of the vegetables and the warmth of the sauce. It can be a versatile weekday dinner using what is on hand or a way to refresh leftovers.
Cook meat only until heated through to keep it moist. Leftover cooked poultry should be stored properly and reheated gently to maintain quality. Using sesame oil at the end is essential for flavor depth.
Ingredients
Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce or a gluten-free alternative if needed, reduced-sodium
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon if you don’t like your food spicy
Stir Fry:
- 1 pound turkey meat skinless, cut into thin strips; about 3 cups, white, cooked
- 1 pound stir fry vegetables or 1 pound of fresh, sturdy veggies cut into pieces, frozen
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced, fresh
- 1 tablespoon ginger root minced, fresh
To Finish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- ¼ cup green onions thinly sliced, green parts only
Instructions
- Whisk the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes) in a small bowl. Set aside.
- In a large, deep skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add the frozen vegetables, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring often, until the veggies are defrosted and tender, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Give the sauce another stir, then add the turkey meat and sauce to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring, until everything is well-coated and the sauce thickens, for about 2 minutes.
- Transfer the stir fry to a serving platter. Drizzle it with the sesame oil and scatter the scallions on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Heat the stir fry just long enough to warm the cooked turkey without drying it, about 2 minutes.
- Do not skip adding toasted sesame oil at the end; it gives the dish its characteristic flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, considering how long the turkey has already been stored.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave at 50% power covered to maintain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25recipe | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 678mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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