Sweet Chilli Turkey Noodle Stir Fry (Printable)

Tender turkey and crisp vegetables tossed with noodles in a tangy-sweet chili sauce

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 14 oz turkey breast, thinly sliced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas, halved
07 - 2 spring onions, sliced plus extra for garnish
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Noodles

10 - 9 oz egg noodles or rice noodles for gluten-free option

→ Sauce

11 - 4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
12 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
13 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
14 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
15 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional for thickening
16 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for heat

→ Garnish

17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
18 - Fresh coriander leaves optional

# Directions:

01 - Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop cooking, and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch if using. Set aside.
03 - Heat a large wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then stir fry the turkey slices for 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add a little more oil to the wok. Stir fry garlic, ginger, and red onion for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add bell peppers, carrots, and sugar snap peas. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
06 - Return the turkey to the wok. Toss in the cooked noodles and the sauce. Stir fry for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well coated and heated through.
07 - Stir in the spring onions and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and coriander.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The sweet chili sauce creates this gorgeous sticky coating that makes everything taste restaurant quality
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes but looks like you spent forever
  • The turkey stays tender while absorbing all those vibrant Asian flavors
02 -
  • Never crowd your wok or the vegetables will steam instead of stir fry. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Have all ingredients prepped before you turn on the heat. Stir frying moves fast.
  • Rinse cooked noodles with cold water or they will keep cooking and turn mushy.
03 -
  • Preheat your wok until it is smoking slightly before adding oil. This creates the wok hei flavor that makes stir fry taste authentic.
  • Let the turkey come to room temperature before cooking for even browning.