Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Ground Turkey
A quick and flavorful dish combining ground turkey with sweet honey and savory garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Turkey (opt for extra-lean)
- 3–4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup Honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil (optional)
- optional Red Pepper Flakes (for heat)
- 2 stalks Green Onions (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Neutral Oil (Canola or Avocado) for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat the neutral oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground turkey and cook until fully browned, approximately 5–7 minutes.
- Mix honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Pour the mixture into the pan and stir well.
- Simmer the sauce for 2–3 minutes to thicken, stirring occasionally.
Notes
Opt for extra-lean ground turkey for a healthier dish. Adjust honey and red pepper flakes to taste for sweetness and heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/honey-garlic-turkey-recipe/