2002 Turkey Lo Mein

By boandozzy

One serving (1 cup) equals 239 calories, 10 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 45 mg cholesterol, 640 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 15 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Turkey Lo Mein in Light & Tasty June/July 2001, p44

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey breast
• 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 2 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 6 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce

Preparation

Step 1

In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook turkey, carrots, onion and garlic powder in oil until turkey is no longer pink. Break noodles. Add noodles, contents of seasoning packets and water to turkey mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes. Add cabbage, peas and soy sauce; cook and stir until cabbage is crisp-tender and noodles are tender, about 1 minute. Yield: 8 servings.