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Sesame-Ginger Turkey Stir-Fry

Tender slices of turkey breast tenderloin, colorful peppers, and onions tossed in a glossy sesame-ginger sauce. Serve over white rice for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
35 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: asian, Chinese
Keyword: quick, sesame-ginger, stir fry, turkey
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the turkey

  • 1 package 24 ounces, Butterball Turkey Breast Tenderloins
  • 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • For the stir-fry sauce
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the stir-fry

  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil divided
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 4 scallions thinly sliced, whites and greens separated
  • Cooked white rice for serving
  • Sesame seeds for finishing

Instructions

  • Start the rice. If making rice fresh, begin cooking it according to the package directions before preparing the stir-fry.
  • Slice and marinate the turkey. Slice the turkey tenderloins against the grain into thin, bite-sized strips. Place in a bowl with the cornstarch, soy sauce, water, and neutral oil. Toss until evenly coated, then refrigerate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables and sauce.
  • Prepare the remaining ingredients. Slice the peppers and onion, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and slice the scallions, keeping the whites and greens separate.
  • Whisk the sauce. In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  • Sear the turkey. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the turkey in a single layer, working in batches if necessary, and sear for about 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and continue immediately with the next step. The turkey will finish cooking when returned to the sauce.
  • Cook the vegetables. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the peppers and onion and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until slightly softened but still crisp.
  • Add the aromatics. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and scallion whites. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  • Add the sauce and finish cooking. Return the turkey and any accumulated juices to the pan. Whisk the sauce again to redistribute the cornstarch, then pour it over the turkey and vegetables. Toss for 1–2 minutes, or until the sauce is glossy and thickened and the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Add a splash of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • Finish and serve. Serve over white rice and top with the scallion greens and sesame seeds.
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