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Ground Turkey Easy Korean Recipe: Quick Healthy One-Pan Dinner

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Ground Turkey Easy Korean Recipe is a quick one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey cooked in a sweet and savory Korean-inspired sauce with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. It’s perfect for healthy weeknight dinners and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • Optional: jasmine rice, brown rice, cauliflower rice, rice noodles, lettuce wraps, broccoli, or stir-fried vegetables

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
  4. Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened.
  5. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce over the turkey and stir until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
  7. Cook for another 3 to 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving over rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook the turkey to keep it tender.
  • Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months in airtight containers.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli, mushrooms, carrots, or spinach for a complete meal.

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