Hot and Tart Turkey Recipe

Name: Hot and Tart Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chicken stock; 3 tablespoons ketchup; 2 teaspoons Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Freshly ground white pepper; 3/4 cup chicken stock; 6 ounces turkey cutlets, cut into 2-by-1-inch strips; 1 teaspoon Sichuan Peppercorn Oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 6 scallions, white parts only, sliced diagonally 1/4 inch thick; 2 to 3 Thai chiles, thinly sliced (with seeds); 2 celery ribs, cut into 2-by- 1/4 -inch matchsticks; 1 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 2-by-1/4-inch matchsticks; 1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut into 2-by-1/4-inch matchsticks; 1 tablespoon Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground white pepper
3/4 cup chicken stock
6 ounces turkey cutlets, cut into 2-by-1-inch strips
1 teaspoon Sichuan Peppercorn Oil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 scallions, white parts only, sliced diagonally 1/4 inch thick
2 to 3 Thai chiles, thinly sliced (with seeds)
2 celery ribs, cut into 2-by- 1/4 -inch matchsticks
1 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 2-by-1/4-inch matchsticks
1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut into 2-by-1/4-inch matchsticks
1 tablespoon Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry

1
Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl.
2
Add the chicken stock to a wok and bring to a boil over high heat.
3
Add the turkey and cook, stirring, until just opaque, about 2 minutes.
4
Drain the turkey and set aside 1 tablespoon of the stock; reserve the remainder for another use.
5
Wipe out the wok and set it over high heat for 40 seconds.
6
Add the Sichuan Peppercorn Oil and when a wisp of white smoke appears, add the garlic, ginger and salt and stir-fry for 10 seconds.
7
Add the scallions and Thai chiles and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
8
Add the celery, cucumber and red pepper and stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 1 minute.
9
Add the reserved 1 tablespoon stock and the turkey and cook for 1 minute.
10
Add the wine and cook for 30 seconds.
11
Make a well in the center of the wok; stir the sauce and add it to the well.
12
Stir in the vegetables and turkey and cook until thick and bubbling.
13
Serve immediately.

226

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1/4 cup chicken stock, 3 tablespoons ketchup, 2 teaspoons Shao-Hsing wine or dry sherry, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Hot and Tart Turkey falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Hot and Tart Turkey

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Variations & substitutions

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