Cranberry BBQ Turkey Sandwich Recipe

Name: Cranberry BBQ Turkey Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sliced leftover turkey meat; 1 cup Cranberry BBQ Sauce, recipe follows; 4 hoagie rolls, buttered; 4 thick slices fontina; Fried Shallots, recipe follows; Two 14-ounce cans cranberry sauce; 1 cup orange juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; Pinch ground cinnamon; Pinch kosher salt; 1 cup tomato puree; 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco; 4 cups canola oil; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 pound sliced leftover turkey meat
1 cup Cranberry BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
4 hoagie rolls, buttered
4 thick slices fontina
Fried Shallots, recipe follows
Two 14-ounce cans cranberry sauce
1 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch kosher salt
1 cup tomato puree
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
4 cups canola oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Add the turkey and Cranberry BBQ Sauce to a large bowl and toss to coat.
3
Pile the turkey on the rolls and top with the cheese.
4
Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and place under the broiler until the cheese melts and is bubbly.
5
Top the sandwiches with the Fried Shallots and serve.
6
Add the cranberry sauce, juice, ground ginger, cinnamon and a pinch of salt to a small saucepan.
7
Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
8
Cook uncovered, stirring often to incorporate flavors, about 15 minutes.
9
Remove the saucepan from the heat and cool.
10
Reserve 1 cup and store the rest for future use.
11
Combine the tomato puree, 1 cup of the cranberry sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and hot sauce in a medium saucepan.
12
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently until all ingredients are well incorporated, 8 to 10 minutes.
13
Heat the oil to 375 degrees F in a high-sided skillet or pan.
14
Put the flour in a small bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
15
Add the shallots to the bowl and toss to coat, shaking off any excess flour.
16
Fry the shallots in batches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
17
Transfer the shallots to a paper-towel-lined-plate and sprinkle with salt.

3125

kcal

Calories

329

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sliced leftover turkey meat, 1 cup Cranberry BBQ Sauce, recipe follows, 4 hoagie rolls, buttered, 4 thick slices fontina, and more.

Yes, Cranberry BBQ Turkey Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry BBQ Turkey Sandwich

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Variations & substitutions

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