Spicy Turkey Ramen

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

8 oz (226 g) ground turkey
1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive oil or avocado oil
1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk
2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
4 cups (120 g) fresh spinach
1 package shirataki glass-style noodles (7–8 oz / 200–225 g)
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
1 Tbsp chilli flakes
1 Tbsp coconut aminos
1 tsp lime juice
1–2 tsp monk fruit sweetener
1 egg, hard-boiled and halved

Instructions:

Heat the oil in a large saucepan or wok over medium heat.

Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

Stir in the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook for about 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Add the coconut milk, chicken broth, noodles, coconut aminos, lime juice, and sweetener. 

Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.

Add the spinach and chilli flakes to the saucepan and cook for 2–3 minutes to wilt. 

Ladle into bowls and serve warm, topped with a hard-boiled egg.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving  (2 servings)

360 Calories
26g Protein
24g Fat
4g Fiber
8g Total Carbs
4g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.