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Tasty Ground Turkey with Gochujang

A delicious and easy dish combining ground turkey with the bold flavors of gochujang for a comforting, healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 2.5 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) Opt for a reputable brand like Chung Jung One for authentic flavor.
  • 2.5 tbsp soy sauce Choose a low-sodium variety to control salt levels.
  • 1.5 tbsp honey Adjust if you prefer it less sugary.
  • 0.5 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) For a smoke and spice level.
  • 1.5 tsp sesame oil Use toasted sesame oil for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 tbsp mirin or dry sherry Mirin adds a fresh flavor.
Main Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil For sautéing; can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 0.5 yellow onion diced Freshly diced onion will add sweetness.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced garlic adds flavor.
  • 1 tsp ginger Minced or grated for zing.
  • 1 lb ground turkey Look for a lean mix.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Freshly cracked adds flavor.
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds Toasted for crunch.
  • 1 green onion sliced For garnish and fresh flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, gochugaru, sesame oil, and mirin until smooth. Set aside.
  2. While the flavors meld, mince the garlic and ginger, dice the onion, and slice the green onion. Use a microplane for the ginger.
  3. Toast the sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high, add ground turkey and break it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the meat is brown and no longer pink.
  4. Pour in the sauce mixture and sprinkle with black pepper. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serving
  1. Spoon the turkey mixture over cooked rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

Notes

Leftover turkey stores in the fridge for up to 3 days or freezes for 2 months. Make the sauce ahead for deeper flavors. Adjust spice level by using less gochujang initially.