Turkey stir fry can be an easy and delicious meal that can be made in a short amount of time. This dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey, and it can also be made with fresh or frozen turkey. There are many different ways to make turkey stir fry, and the best recipe for you will depend on your personal preferences.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
TURKEY STIR-FRY
Here's a tasty way to prepare turkey anytime of year. My family loves the tender turkey strips, colorful vegetables and crunchy cashews. You don't always have to fix the whole bird to enjoy the wonderful taste of turkey. -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey in oil over medium-high heat until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Remove turkey and keep warm. Stir-fry the onion, carrot, green pepper and mushrooms until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, cornstarch, soy sauce and ginger. Add to skillet; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. , Return turkey to skillet with pea pods; cook and stir until heated through. Serve with rice if desired. Top with cashews.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY TURKEY STIR-FRY WITH CRISP GARLIC AND GINGER
This quick-cooking stir-fry is packed with umami from fish sauce and soy sauce, and heat from both red-pepper flakes and fresh chile. Pungent and herbal, it's a terrific weeknight dish that's fast but never bland. The key here is to let the turkey get deeply brown, so don't move it around in the pan too much. Serve it over rice for a substantial meal, or a bed of crisp lettuce if you want something lighter.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a cold 12-inch skillet, combine oil, garlic and ginger. Place over medium heat until sizzling, then continue to cook, stirring frequently, until garlic and ginger are golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Add coconut oil to pan, then stir in scallion whites and cook until starting to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in red-pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in turkey, raise heat to medium-high, and cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until golden and crisp, about 7 minutes. Don't stir the meat too much, so it can turn deep brown.
- Remove pan from heat and stir in lime juice, fish sauce and soy sauce. Taste and add more lime juice, red-pepper flakes, soy sauce and sugar or honey if you like.
- Gently mix about two-thirds of the fried garlic and ginger into the turkey. Serve turkey over rice, topped with cilantro, basil, scallion greens and fresh chile, and garnished with remaining fried ginger and garlic.
SWEET AND SPICY GROUND TURKEY STIR-FRY
I put this together for a light meal when I noticed that we had too big a collection of half-bags of frozen vegetables and little containers of leftover cooked veggies. The kind and quantity of the vegetables can vary according to what you have -- you just need to end up with between 2 and 3 lbs. Some people prefer a more generous amount of thickened sauce on their stir-fry dishes. With a diabetic in the house, I skip that part but I've included the directions if you want it.
Provided by 3KillerBs
Categories Poultry
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Brown ground turkey in a little oil over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease leaving just enough to accomplish the stir-frying process.
- Add garlic, onion, coriander, and a tbs of the soy sauce. Stir well.
- Begin adding the vegetables starting with long-cooking veggies like carrots and broccoli (especially if broccoli is still frozen), and working towards the quick-cooking greens but not adding those just yet.
- Just before adding the greens -- right after adding the beans or snap peas -- add the remaining soy sauce, the sugar, the sherry, and the red pepper flakes. Stir well so that sugar dissolves and pepper flakes are well distributed.
- Add the greens and complete the cooking.
- Make the optional sauce if desired by whisking the cornstarch into the chicken stock. Pour into pan just before the greens are done and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has simmered for about one minute.
- Serve over rice, ramen noodle, or other preferred, Asian starch.
CABBAGE STIR-FRY WITH SMOKED TURKEY SAUSAGE
Just a small amount of ingredients, but you will be shocked at the amount of flavor in this dish!
Provided by Julie Hanson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stir-Fry
Time 34m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage; saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add onion and garlic; saute until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add cabbages season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until cabbage is translucent and limp, 6 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 171.4 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 46.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1978 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
GROUND TURKEY ENCHILADA STIR-FRY WITH COUSCOUS
An enchilada, by definition, is a corn tortilla filled with various ingredients and drenched in cheese and sauce. This recipe doesn't involve any rolling of tortillas, nor does it require copious amounts of cheese. However, every bite will remind you of the flavors of this popular comfort food.
Provided by Min Kwon, M.S., R.D.
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pour 1/2 cup of water into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Pour the couscous into the saucepan and stir well. Turn off the heat, cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet or wok, cook the ground turkey over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until cooked through and browned, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with some salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. Drain the excess fat and wipe the pan clean. Heat the oil in the same pan over high heat, then add the squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the broccoli and cook, 3 to 5 minutes more. Add the turkey, beans, enchilada sauce and salsa and stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Serve with the couscous and top with suggested toppings as desired.
LEMON TURKEY STIR-FRY
Audrey Thibodeau of Mesa, Arizona sent the recipe for this tender turkey stir-fry. A hint of lemon accents the flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and lemon peel until smooth. Dissolve bouillon and honey in boiling water; stir into the cornstarch mixture. Set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey in 1 tablespoon hot oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry the onions, celery and red pepper in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Return turkey to the pan. , Stir bouillon mixture and pour over turkey mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add water chestnuts and peas; heat through. Stir in lemon juice and pepper. Serve over rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 444mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASPARAGUS TURKEY STIR-FRY
When people try this dish, they ask for the recipe, just as I did when I first tasted it when visiting a friend's home. Tossed in a delicious lemon sauce, this simple skillet dish is sure to satisfy on the busiest of nights. It's a great way to use leftover turkey. -May Evans, Corinth, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, lemon juice and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry turkey and garlic in 1 tablespoon oil until meat is no longer pink; remove and keep warm., Stir-fry asparagus in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add pimientos. Stir broth mixture and add to the pan; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Return turkey to the pan; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY TURKEY STIR FRY WITH NOODLES
I created this ground turkey stir-fry recipe when I began my journey to get fit. Healthy eating always sounds so bland and boring, so I wanted to bring life to the world of healthy eating. I think I did it with this spicy dish. -Jermell Clark, Desert Hot Springs, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey, onion, cabbage and kale over medium-high heat until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender 8-10 minutes, breaking up turkey into crumbles., Drain noodles; add to skillet. Stir in parsley, coconut oil, pepper and salt. Serve with green onions, jalapeno, chili sauce and if desired, peanut sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY TURKEY AND GREEN BEAN STIR-FRY
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, cover and boil until tender, about 18 minutes; drain well and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Toss the green beans, 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil and the sugar on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil, stirring once, until the beans are tender and charred, about 8 minutes.
- Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 minutes. Add the garlic, pickle and chile paste and cook until the garlic is slightly golden, about 3 minutes.
- Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, sherry and cornstarch in a bowl. Add the green beans to the skillet with the turkey mixture and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the soy sauce mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Serve with the rice.
TURKEY OR CHICKEN, SUMMER SQUASH AND TOMATO STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and red pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken or turkey and toss. Marinate 15 minutes.
- Drain the meat and pat very dry. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the pan. Add the chicken and stir-fry until opaque and firm, about 4 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a large bowl. Add the onion and pepper to the pan and stir-fry, until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add to the chicken. Add the squash to the pan, and stir-fry until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes. Add to the chicken. Add the tomatoes and garlic to the pan and stir-fry until glazed and slightly charred, about 2 minutes longer. Return the chicken and vegetables to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Heat until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Add the basil and toss to combine. Serve with rice.
TURKEY ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
Twenty minutes is all you'll need to make this quick stir-fry. Lean turkey, asparagus and mushrooms make it super nutritious, too. -Darlene Kennedy, Galion, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey; stir-fry until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove and keep warm., Add the next 6 ingredients to pan; stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Combine water, soy sauce and cornstarch; add to skillet with water chestnuts. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return turkey to skillet and heat through. Serve with rice and tomato wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY TURKEY STIR-FRY
"This is one of my husband's favorite recipes, and he doesn't even know it is good for him!" writes Alexandra Armitage of Nottingham, New Hampshire.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients until smooth; set aside. , In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, stir-fry turkey in hot oil for 2-3 minutes. Add sweet pepper, garlic, ginger and broccoli; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir broth mixture; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Sprinkle with onions and peanuts. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 866mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GINGER-PEANUT TURKEY STIR-FRY
For a fast-and satisfying-weeknight dinner turn to this stir fry. It's also a fresh answer to the age-old question of what to do with that package of ground meat in the freezer. A bold and silky sauce made with lime juice, fish sauce, peanut butter, and chili compliments just about any type of ground meat you have on hand. Serve it up with rice, loads of fresh herbs, and big, wrap-able greens.
Provided by Lauryn Tyrell
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes Ground Pork Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, and half of onion; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, chili-garlic sauce, and 6 tablespoons warm water until smooth; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high. Press turkey into skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, undisturbed, until underside is browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add ginger and remaining half of onion; cook, stirring and breaking up meat with a spoon, until onion softens and meat is cooked, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in peanut butter mixture. Remove from heat and let cool 10 minutes; stir in lime juice and onion mixture. Serve with lettuce leaves, rice, and herbs on the side.
DAY-AFTER-THANKSGIVING TURKEY STIR-FRY
I work for a priest, Fr. Leo, who loves to cook and shared this recipe with me. Perfect for the day after Thanksgiving, the dish encompasses the holiday spirit, while adding a twist. -Stefen Lovelace, Marriottsville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute beans and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, salt and pepper; pour over bean mixture. Add turkey; simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cashews and, if desired, cilantro. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts :
TURKEY STIR FRY WITH LYCHEES
Lychee...a typical oriental fruit. Sweet and very juicy. The canned version is used in this recipe, but it is just as nice. This dish was tested on Swedish, Japanese and Indian friends, and they all loved it!! Interesting texture and flavour! A hit with the kiddies too!
Provided by Ioyces
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place turkey in a bowl with 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1/2 the ginger, and 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine. Marinate 20 minutes.
- Heat the oil and garlic in a wok over high heat. When garlic begins to brown, discard marinade from bowl and mix turkey into wok. Stir in remaining ginger and wine. Mix in remaining oyster sauce, lychees, chile peppers, and soy sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and continue cooking 5 minutes, or until turkey is done. Season with pepper, and garnish with cilantro and green onions to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 402.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
TURKEY ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
Turkey and asparagus get together in a low fat dish that cooks in no time, making it the perfect, flavorful recipe for those busy weeknights when time is scarce. To save time, prep the vegetables the night before; when it's time to cook, the slicing and dicing is already done!
Provided by TGirl
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 25m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Lightly coat wok or large skillet with cooking spray.
- Over medium high heat, cook turkey for 5 minutes, or until no longer pink.
- Remove turkey from pan, and then add asparagus, carrots, onions, mushrooms, garlic, and ginger.
- Cook vegetables for 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
- In bowl, combine water, cornstarch and soy sauce, then add to skillet.
- Add water chestnuts, cook sauce until thickened, and then return turkey to skillet to heat through.
- Check for seasoning, adding salt and/or pepper to taste.
- Serve over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.4, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 495.8, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.3, Protein 24.7
CURRIED TURKEY STIR-FRY
Make a filling meal-in-one in 30 minutes! The curry powder adds just the right amount of spice.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook brown rice as directed on package, using water and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned. Stir in bell pepper and broccoli. Cook 2 minutes.
- In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Stir into turkey and vegetables. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and turkey is no longer pink in center. Serve over brown rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 71 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
TURKEY AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, prepare the rice using the package directions, omitting the salt and margarine.
- Meanwhile, lightly spray a large skillet with cooking spray. Cook the bell pepper and onion over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until they begin to lightly brown on the edges, stirring frequently. Transfer to a plate. Set aside.
- Pour the water into the skillet. Stir in the broccoli. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the broccoli is just tender-crisp, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the bell pepper mixture and turkey. Remove from the heat. Let stand, covered, for 3 minutes, or until the turkey is heated through.
- Meanwhile, in a small microwaveable bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Microwave on 100 percent power (high) for 20 seconds, or until hot.
- Spoon the rice onto plates. Spoon the turkey mixture over the rice. Top with the sauce.
- Nutrition Information
- (Per serving)
- Calories: 271
- Total fat: 3.0g
- Saturated: 0.5g
- Trans: 0.0g
- Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
- Monounsaturated: 1.0g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 122mg
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Calcium: 41mg
- Potassium: 439mg
- Dietary Exchanges
- 1 starch
- 1 other carbohydrate
- 1 vegetable
- 3 very lean meat
SPICY TURKEY AND GREEN BEANS STIR FRY'
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Cook Rice, Drain well and keep warm.
- 2. Preheat broiler.
- 3. Toss the green beans, 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil and the sugar on a baking sheet. Broil stirring once until the beans are tender and charred, @ 8 minutes.
- 4. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet at high heat.
- 5. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned. About 3 -4 minutes.
- 6. Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar,and cornstarch in a bowl.
- 7. Add the green beans to the skillet with the turky mix and cook 1 minute.
- 8. Add the soy sauce mix and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
- 9, Serve with rice.
SPICY TURKEY AND GREEN BEAN STIR-FRY
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, cover and boil until tender, about 18 minutes; drain well and keep warm.Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Toss the green beans, 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil and the sugar on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil, stirring once, until the beans are tender and charred, about 8 minutes.Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 minutes. Add the garlic and chile paste and cook until the garlic is slightly golden, about 3 minutes.Whisk the chicken broth, soy sauce, sherry and cornstarch in a bowl. Add the green beans to the skillet with the turkey mixture and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the soy sauce mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Serve with the rice.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.
Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 564
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of turkey: For stir-fry, you'll want to use a lean cut of turkey, such as turkey breast or tenderloin. This will help to ensure that the turkey cooks quickly and evenly.
- Slice the turkey thinly: The thinner the strips of turkey, the faster they will cook. Aim for strips that are about 1/4-inch thick.
- Marinate the turkey: Marinating the turkey before cooking will help to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic, or you can get creative and try a more complex marinade.
- Cook the turkey over high heat: Stir-fry is a quick-cooking method, so you'll want to use high heat to cook the turkey. This will help to sear the outside of the turkey and keep it juicy on the inside.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking turkey stir-fry, it's important not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the turkey from cooking evenly.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Turkey stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables that you like, such as broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, or onions.
- Serve over rice or noodles: Turkey stir-fry is traditionally served over rice or noodles. However, you can also serve it over quinoa, cauliflower rice, or your favorite grain.
Conclusion:
Turkey stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. By following these tips, you can make a turkey stir-fry that is packed with flavor and nutrients.
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