Creamy Potsticker Noodle Stir-Fry (Printer version)

Quick stir-fry with ground turkey, ramen noodles, coleslaw, and creamy peanut-sesame sauce. Ready in 25 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Base

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 3 packages instant ramen noodles, 3 oz each, seasoning packets discarded

→ Vegetables

03 - 4 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
04 - 4 green onions, sliced

→ Sauce

05 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
07 - 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili-garlic sauce, optional
11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
12 - 1/2 cup water

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
14 - Additional sliced green onions

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook ramen noodles according to package directions, approximately 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
02 - While noodles cook, heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Add coleslaw mix to the skillet and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha if using, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
05 - Add drained noodles to the skillet with turkey and vegetables. Pour sauce over the mixture and toss until thoroughly combined.
06 - Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens and all ingredients are evenly coated.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and additional green onions before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Budget-Friendly: Uses affordable staples like instant ramen and ground turkey.
  • Satisfying Texture: A perfect balance of tender noodles, crunchy slaw, and creamy sauce.
02 -
  • Smooth Sauce: Whisk the peanut butter and cornstarch thoroughly with the liquids to ensure a velvety glaze.
  • Quick Drain: Don't overcook the ramen; drain it immediately after 3 minutes to maintain its structure in the stir-fry.
  • High Heat: Use medium-high heat to ensure the turkey browns effectively and the vegetables soften quickly without becoming soggy.
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