20-Minute Garlic Butter Turkey Udon (Print)

Juicy ground turkey and green beans tossed with garlicky butter and udon, served hot for a quick dinner.

# Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 400 g (14 oz) ground turkey

→ Produce

02 - 250 g (9 oz) green beans, trimmed and cut into 2–3 cm pieces
03 - 3 spring onions, sliced, whites and greens separated
04 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

→ Noodles

05 - 400 g (14 oz) fresh or vacuum-packed udon noodles

→ Sauces and Seasonings

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter (or plant-based butter for dairy-free)
07 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
08 - 1 tbsp oyster sauce
09 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
10 - 1 tsp sesame oil
11 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - ½ tsp sugar
13 - 1 tbsp water (as needed)

→ Optional Garnishes

14 - Toasted sesame seeds
15 - Extra sliced spring onions (green tops)
16 - Chili flakes

# Instructions:

01 - Gather and prepare all components. If using vacuum-packed or dried udon, bring a pot of water to a rolling boil for cooking the noodles.
02 - Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt. Introduce the ground turkey and sauté, breaking it apart, until it's mostly cooked through and lightly browned, approximately 4–5 minutes.
03 - Incorporate the minced garlic, the white portions of the sliced spring onions, and the prepared green beans into the skillet. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, until the green beans are vibrant and tender-crisp.
04 - Concurrently with the stir-frying, cook the udon noodles according to the package directions. Fresh noodles typically require 1–2 minutes, while dried noodles may take 7–8 minutes. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
05 - Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, black pepper, and sesame oil to the skillet with the turkey and vegetables. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
06 - Add the drained udon noodles to the skillet. Toss them with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter until evenly distributed. If the sauce appears too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water to achieve a looserconsistency.
07 - Continue to stir-fry for an additional 1–2 minutes, ensuring the noodles are completely coated in the sauce and all components are heated through.
08 - Serve the stir-fry immediately. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, extra sliced spring onions, and chili flakes, if desired.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple ingredients most home cooks already have
  • Perfectly balanced flavors with umami rich sauce
  • One pan cleanup for minimal kitchen mess
  • Versatile recipe that works with many protein and vegetable substitutions
02 -
  • High in protein with 25g per serving
  • Perfect for meal prep as flavors improve overnight
  • Easily customizable for different dietary needs
  • Complete meal with protein, vegetables and carbs in one dish
03 -
  • Always prep all ingredients before heating your pan as this recipe moves quickly once cooking begins
  • For maximum flavor, allow turkey to develop some browned edges before stirring
  • Slightly undercook udon noodles as they will continue softening in the hot sauce
  • Reserve a few green onion tops for garnishing to add fresh color and flavor contrast
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