Quick, flavorful Korean-inspired ground turkey with spicy-sweet sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame. Ideal for weeknights over rice.
# Components:
→ 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
→ 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
10 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together the soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and red chili flakes in a small bowl until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
02 - Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 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 to 7 minutes.
04 - Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir well to coat the turkey. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on high heat until the sauce thickens and turns glossy. Add 1 tablespoon of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
05 - Stir in chopped chives, reserving some for garnish. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and remaining chives. Serve hot over rice with vegetables.
