A vibrant, quick, and flavorful ground turkey with Korean-inspired spicy-sweet sauce, garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame. Great for busy weeknights.
# Ingredient List:
→ For the Sauce
01 - 1/4 cup soy sauce (use low sodium if preferred)
02 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
03 - 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
04 - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
→ For the Turkey
05 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
08 - 15 oz ground turkey
→ Finishes & Garnish
09 - 6 tablespoons chives, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
10 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and red chili flakes in a small bowl until cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
04 - Pour prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir well to coat the turkey. Cook for 2–3 minutes on high heat until sauce thickens and turns glossy. Add 1 tablespoon water if sauce becomes too thick.
05 - Stir in chopped chives, reserving some for garnish. Remove from heat.
06 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and remaining chives. Serve hot over rice with vegetables.
