Description
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is a quick and healthy one-pan meal combining lean ground turkey with fresh zucchini and a flavorful soy-ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and serves 4 people. The dish features a savory, slightly sweet sauce with a hint of chili garlic heat that complements the natural flavors of the turkey and veggies.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
Vegetables and Protein
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 large zucchini (about ¾ lb), sliced
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 1 lb. ground turkey
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, water, and chili garlic sauce. Mix well until the brown sugar and cornstarch are dissolved. Set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sautéed veggies from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Turkey: In the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Combine: Return the sautéed onion and zucchini to the skillet with the cooked turkey. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture. Stir to coat evenly and let it simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the ground turkey zucchini mixture hot, optionally garnished with green onions or sesame seeds, alongside rice or your preferred side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean pork if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to control the spiciness.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- Serve over steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
