Description
This Korean-Style Ground Turkey recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender ground turkey cooked in a savory soy sauce blend with garlic, ginger, and a touch of chili for heat. Enhanced with sesame oil, chives, and sesame seeds, this dish makes a perfect protein-packed meal served alongside rice and vegetables.
Ingredients
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Sauce Mixture
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (or to taste)
Main
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 15 oz / 450g ground turkey
- 6 tbsp chives (chopped)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce mixture: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and red chili flakes. Stir thoroughly until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Sauté aromatics and cook turkey: Drizzle a large skillet with sesame oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and break it into small pieces using a spatula. Cook until the turkey loses its raw red color and is mostly cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add sauce and finish cooking: Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet with the turkey. Stir continuously over high heat for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens, turns a golden brown, and emits a fragrant aroma. If the sauce becomes too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water to loosen it. Stir in most of the chopped chives, reserving some for garnish, then turn off the heat.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and the remaining chopped chives on top of the cooked turkey. Serve immediately with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Adjust red chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of garlic and ginger slightly.
- Serve with steamed or stir-fried vegetables for added nutrition.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adding a splash of lime juice before serving can brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: ground turkey, Korean style, sesame oil, soy sauce, quick dinner, Asian-inspired, spicy, healthy turkey recipe
