Description
This Korean-style ground turkey recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal perfect for beginners. It’s packed with flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, or to taste
- 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
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Mix until cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant. Add ground turkey, breaking it into small pieces. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink.
- Stir in the soy sauce mixture. Cook over high heat for 2 minutes, until the sauce is golden brown and fragrant. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water. Add chives (reserve some for garnish) and turn off the heat.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with reserved chives. Serve with rice and vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust red chili flakes to your spice preference.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a tablespoon of water.
- Serve with your favorite rice and steamed or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-American