Turkey and broccoli stir fry is a fantastic quick healthy meal. A cost conscious stir fry it's ideal for those on limited budgets. Tasty, easy to prepare and packed full of nutritional goodness too!
Now who doesn’t love a stir fry? And this tasty healthy turkey and broccoli stir fry packs a fair punch in terms of vitamins and protein too.
And yes of course you CAN substitute the turkey breasts with chicken breasts if you like, no problems!
I’ve done this turkey and broccoli stir fry with either and it turns out just as well.
As the turkey is marinated prior to cooking it, in a delicious lightly spiced sauce, it also stays succulent rather than being the dry meat it can be.
My reason for advocating turkey breasts here is that they are often overlooked and cheaper than chicken.
I can usually buy them from the reduced section of our local supermarket and freeze them straight away until needed.
If you’re on a tight budget at the moment, like we are, then they are ideal!
The other ingredients in this turkey and broccoli stir fry don’t have to cost the earth either.
I’ve used frozen broccoli before (just make sure it’s completely defrosted) and you should be able to get a cheap small packet of cashew nuts from the healthy snacks section of your local supermarket too.
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Equipment
- Wok
- Pyrex mixing glass bowl
- Kitchen scale
- Chopping board
- Kitchen knives
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
It's suitable for all hobs including gas, ceramic, induction, electric, solid plate and hot plate.
Featuring a solid wooden handle for an authentic finishing touch it's made of 1.2mm Carbon Steel with a Non Stick Coating.
Suitable for all family cooking the size is 27cm (10.5") dia x 46cm (18") with handle x 11cm (4.25") high.
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Turkey and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
If you don't have or can't get turkey breasts you can subsitute with chicken breasts instead.
I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂
Turkey and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 340 g lean turkey (or chicken) breasts
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves , crushed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 60 g unsalted cashew nuts
- Low fat cooking oil spray
- 200 g broccoli cut up into small florets
- 2 spring onions , topped and tailed and cut into strips, lengthways
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander
Instructions
- Cut the turkey breasts into thin strips and place them in a bowl with the Chinese five spice power, light soy sauce, crushed garlic, lemon juice and white wine vinegar. Mix everything together well and place the bowl, covered into the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat a wok or frying pan over a low heat and dry stir fry the cashew nuts, being sure not to burn them. Once golden brown remove them from the wok and place them aside.
- Spray the wok about 5 times with the low fat cooking spray (it will still be quite hot) and remove the turkey strips from the marinade with tongs and stir fry for 2 – 3 minutes.
- Scrape all the marinade from the bowl into the wok add the broccoli florets and spring onions and stir fry for a further 4 – 5 minutes. Add a little hot water if the wok mixture begins to stick.
- Once everything is cooked add the cashew nuts back to the wok and stir them in to warm them back up.
- Serve garnished with the freshly chopped coriander.
GiGi Eats
Mmmmm TURKEY! I miss turkey! Last time I had it... THANKSGIVING! It's long over due in the mouth!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
I know, so many people here in the U.K. only consider it a Christmas Day thing and they don't know what they're missing GiGi! ๐
Susie @ SuzLyfe
I love turkey. I brought if home from Thanksgiving, after all. I would pack this in my carry on, for sure. #carryonapproved
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Ha ha, thanks Susie! ๐
Turkey sandwiches, turkey soup, turkey pie I really could eat turkey all the time! I can't think it a breakfast with it though (yet!) ๐
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
I love nuts in a stir fry, and, Neil, yours doesn't disappoint! This sounds fantastic! I am always in a hurry when I make a stir fry and never though to marinate the meat first - gotta try that trick next time!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thanks Shashi, I'm with you there, totally. Nuts in a stir fry are amazing!
I've marinated the turkey for this dish overnight before and it really comes out well too. ๐
Alysia @ Slim Sanity
I love stir fry - cashews are one of my favorite add-ins! Pinned this one!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thank you for stopping by Alysia and I'm so glad you liked my recipe!
I see you are a fan of turkey too, your Tangy Crockpot Turkey Meatballs do look amazing! ๐
lindsay
stir fry is so delicious and i love the health benefits too! great recipe, as usual! feed us all please!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
I'd gladly feed you all Lindsay ๐
This recipe is definitely meant for sharing to everyone.