Honey Garlic Ground Turkey
A quick, sweet-savory dish made with ground turkey in a honey garlic glaze, perfect for serving over rice, in lettuce wraps, or tacos.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey Choose 93/7 or 85/15 for best moisture.
- 1/4 cup honey Use a mild, runny honey.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Regular or low-sodium both work.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds flavor.
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Fresh ginger brightens the dish.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking the turkey.
- to taste Salt and pepper To season as needed.
For Serving
- as needed Cooked rice, lettuce wraps, or taco shells Choose your serving method.
Instructions
Preparation
- Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a large skillet over medium heat until shimmers.
Browning the Turkey
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces and allowing it to cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes.
- Continue to break and turn the meat until no pink remains, about 7-10 minutes total.
Making the Sauce
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger in a small bowl until smooth.
Combining and Reducing
- Pour the honey-soy mixture over the cooked turkey, stirring to coat. Let simmer for 2-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Finishing Touches
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Let the pan sit for a minute off the heat.
Serving
- Serve immediately over rice, in lettuce wraps, or in taco shells. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For extra sauce, double the honey and soy mixture but add a cornstarch slurry at the end to thicken.