Turmeric-Spiced Turkey and Asparagus Pasta with a Kick
What Started it all:
Turkey, Asparagus, pasta, pressure cooker
This Indian-inspired dish is a bold and flavorful twist on traditional pasta, with the added convenience of a pressure cooker. Get ready to ignite your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless turkey breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 8 oz pasta of your choice (e.g., penne, fusilli)
- 2 tbsp ghee or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pressure Cooker Magic: Add the turkey, cumin, coriander, garam masala, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pressure cooker. Cook on high for 10 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes.
- [Stirring the pot with a flourish]
- Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the pressure cooker. Stir to combine, then close the lid and cook on high for an additional 5 minutes.
- [Tasting the broth with a spoon, nodding in approval]
- While the turkey is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- [Draining the pasta with a flourish, tossing it in the air]
- In a large skillet, heat the ghee or oil over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- [Tossing the asparagus with a spatula, adding a pinch of salt]
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the asparagus. Toss to combine, adding some reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
- [Tossing the pasta with a flourish, adding a sprinkle of cilantro]
- To serve, divide the pasta among four plates. Top with the turkey and asparagus mixture, spooning some of the flavorful broth over the top.
This dish is a true flavor bomb, with the bold spices of India meeting the comfort of pasta. The pressure cooker makes quick work of the turkey, while the asparagus adds a pop of freshness. Get ready to ignite your taste buds!