Carrot 'Pasta' Alfredo Fusion
Asian-inspired carrot 'pasta', Alfredo-style with tender chicken strips.
Category
Quick and Easy
Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Style
Fusion
Technique
Sautéing
Diet Friendly
Low-Carb
Daily recipe · April 03, 2024
A little about this dish
This recipe is a vibrant fusion of flavors and textures. The star of the dish is the humble carrot, transformed into a sweet and savory noodle. Alongside it, tender strips of chicken and a spice-laden sauce bring an Asian-flair, while a sprinkle of cheddar cheese honours a unique blend of Western kitchens.
Ingredients (for 2)
- Large carrot — 4 — peeled and spiralized into 'noodles'
- Chicken breast — 1 — thinly sliced
- Garlic clove — 2 — minced
- Soy sauce — 2 tablespoons
- Brown sugar — 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger — 1/2 teaspoon
- Cheddar cheese — 1/4 cup — shredded
- Olive oil — — for sautéing
- Salt — — to taste
- Pepper — — to taste
Preparation
-
Step 1 — 🍳🍗🔥Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add thinly sliced chicken breast and cook until done, which should be around 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
-
Step 2 — 🥘🍯🥢In the same pan, mince 2 cloves of garlic, add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, a teaspoon of brown sugar, and half a teaspoon of ground ginger. Stir to combine.
-
Step 3 — 🥕🥘🌡️Add the spiralized carrots to the pan and toss in the sauce. Cook until they just soften, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
-
Step 4 — 🍗🥕🔄Return the chicken to the pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well heated.
-
Step 5 — 🧀🍲⏲️Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the pan until the cheese is melted, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
-
Step 6 — 🍽️🌿😋Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
A final fox tip
This dish strikes a balance of contrasting yet comforting flavors and is sure to impress your dinner guests. Substitution with zucchini noodles (zoodles) or spaghetti squash is also fantastic. A fun task for kids would be to spiralize the vegetables or shred the cheese.