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Honey Garlic Ground Turkey

  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Honey Garlic Ground Turkey is a quick and flavorful dish that combines lean ground turkey with a delightful sweet and savory glaze made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile—serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or as a filling for tacos. With its aromatic ingredients and satisfying taste, this dish will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup pure honey
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by mincing garlic and chopping green onions; grate ginger.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir for approximately 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a small bowl, mix honey and soy sauce; pour into the skillet and combine well.
  5. Simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For added crunch, consider incorporating bell peppers or broccoli into the dish.- Substitute ground chicken for turkey if preferred.- Adjust honey and garlic amounts to suit your personal taste.