Mandarin-Style Pasta

Home cooked Southeast Asian style curry potato chicken pasta.

About

Brenda Gantt

I am a self-taught cook. I started cooking around 18 years old. I stood in the kitchen and watched my mother, who was my biggest inspiration at the time, cook.

Servings: 6

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup Hoisin sauce
  • 3 Tbs Low-salt soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Dry sherry
  • 1 Garlic clove, crushed
  • 2 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1/3 cup Green onion, sliced
  • 1/8 tsp Pepper
  • 1 1/2 lb Turkey breast slices, uncooked, cut into 1/4″ X 1/2″ X 1″ strips
  • 12 oz Angel hair or fettucine pasta
  • Toasted sesame seeds

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a large bowl, combine hoisin sauce, low-salt soy sauce, ketchup, dry sherry, crushed garlic, sesame oil, sliced green onion, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Add the uncooked turkey breast strips to the sauce mixture in the bowl. Toss the turkey strips in the sauce, ensuring they are coated evenly.
  3. Transfer the turkey and sauce mixture into the crockpot. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW heat for 4 1/2 to 5 hours or until the turkey is tender and fully cooked.
  4. While the turkey is cooking, prepare the angel hair or fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta.
  5. Once the turkey is tender, spoon the cooked turkey and sauce over the cooked pasta in a large serving bowl. Toss the pasta with the turkey and sauce to coat the pasta evenly.
  6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the turkey and pasta mixture as a flavorful garnish.
  7. Serve immediately, and enjoy this delicious and savory Turkey with Hoisin Sauce over Angel Hair or Fettucine Pasta.

 

Each serving of this delectable dish contains approximately: Calories 464; Protein 38g; Carbohydrates 60g; Fat g; Cholesterol 66mg; Sodium 1061mg.

This Crockpot Turkey with Hoisin Sauce is a delightful and savory meal that combines tender turkey strips with a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, and more. Served over angel hair or fettuccine pasta, and topped with toasted sesame seeds, this dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Enjoy this easy-to-make and satisfying recipe for a delicious meal!

 

Here are some ideas to try:

  1. Asian-Style Veggies: Add a variety of colorful vegetables such as bell peppers, snow peas, and carrots to the crockpot along with the turkey. The combination of turkey and veggies in the hoisin sauce creates a delicious and nutritious one-pot meal.
  2. Spicy Kick: For those who enjoy heat, add some chili flakes or Sriracha sauce to the hoisin sauce mixture to give the dish a spicy kick.
  3. Ginger and Orange Zest: Enhance the flavor profile by adding minced fresh ginger and a touch of orange zest to the sauce mixture. The ginger adds warmth, while the orange zest provides a zesty twist.
  4. Peanut Butter Twist: Stir in a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter to the hoisin sauce mixture for a rich and nutty taste. This variation adds depth to the dish and creates a fusion of flavors.
  5. Sesame Noodles: Instead of serving the turkey and sauce over angel hair or fettuccine pasta, toss the cooked pasta in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. This creates delicious sesame noodles to accompany the turkey.
  6. Hoisin Turkey Lettuce Wraps: Skip the pasta altogether and serve the tender hoisin turkey in crisp lettuce leaves. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an Asian-inspired lettuce wrap.
  7. Pineapple Sweetness: Add pineapple chunks to the crockpot with the turkey. The natural sweetness of pineapple complements the savory hoisin sauce and adds a tropical touch.
  8. Cilantro Lime Rice: Serve the turkey over a bed of cilantro lime rice instead of pasta. The tangy lime and fresh cilantro perfectly complement the hoisin sauce.
  9. Hoisin Turkey Tacos: Shred the cooked turkey and serve it in soft tortillas for flavorful hoisin turkey tacos. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream.
  10. Stir-Fry Style: Instead of using a crockpot, stir-fry the turkey strips with the hoisin sauce and veggies in a wok or large skillet for a quicker version of the dish.

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