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Slow Cooker Turkey Curry with Soba Noodles in Makhani Sauce

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🍽️ Recipe Overview

  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Dietary Focus: High-Protein, Balanced, High-Fiber
  • Calories/Serving: 536
  • Time: Slow
  • Serves: 2
  • Equipment: Slow cooker

👨‍🍳 Chef's Notes

This recipe combines the rich flavors of Makhani sauce with tender turkey and nutty soba noodles. The slow cooker method ensures the turkey is juicy and infused with aromatic spices, perfect for a satisfying meal.

⭐ Why This Recipe Works

Slow cooking the turkey in Makhani sauce allows the flavors to meld beautifully while keeping the meat tender. Pairing it with soba noodles adds a unique twist and boosts the fiber content of the dish.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 300g Turkey Breast, cubed (10.5 oz)
  • 150g Soba Noodles (5.3 oz)
  • 1 cup Makhani Sauce
  • 1 tsp Ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Cilantro, for garnish

🔪 Preparation

  1. In a bowl, marinate the turkey with ginger, garlic, garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  3. Heat the slow cooker, add the marinated turkey, and pour Makhani sauce over it.

🥘 Cooking Instructions

  1. Cook on low for 4 hours until the turkey is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  2. Serve the turkey curry over the cooked soba noodles.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

⏱️ Timing Breakdown

  • Preparation: 20 minutes
  • Cooking: 4 hours
  • Total: 4 hours 20 minutes

📊 Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 536
  • Protein: 32g
  • Carbohydrates: 61g
  • Fat: 17g
  • Fiber: 6g

🔄 Variations & Substitutions

  • Vegetarian Option: Substitute turkey with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soba noodles or replace with rice noodles.
  • Low-Carb: Swap soba noodles with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.

💡 Pro Tips

  • For added depth of flavor, toast the garam masala before marinating the turkey.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more chili flakes or Thai bird chilies to the Makhani sauce.

🌡️ Storage Instructions

  • Store leftover turkey curry and soba noodles separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water to the curry to maintain its consistency.