Meat Croquettes With Turkey Leftovers Recipe

Name: Meat Croquettes With Turkey Leftovers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups turkey leftovers, meat only, skin removed; 1 1/2 ounces chourizo; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1/2 cup Turkey juices (if you don't have enough complete with milk); 2 egg yolks; 2 medium shallots chopped finely; 1 clove of garlic, green part removed and crushed; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped parsley; nutmeg; salt; pepper; 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 whole egg beaten for coating; 3/4 cup breadcrumbs for coating; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for oiling your hands to make croquettes; 3 cups canola oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 cups turkey leftovers, meat only, skin removed
1 1/2 ounces chourizo
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/2 cup Turkey juices (if you don't have enough complete with milk)
2 egg yolks
2 medium shallots chopped finely
1 clove of garlic, green part removed and crushed
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped parsley
nutmeg
salt
pepper
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 whole egg beaten for coating
3/4 cup breadcrumbs for coating
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for oiling your hands to make croquettes
3 cups canola oil for frying

1
Sieve the turkey sauce/juices and measure 1/2 cup. If you don't have enough, complete with milk.
2
For the Bechamel: In a pan over medium heat melt the butter, add the shallots and crushed garlic. Cook stiring until the shallots are translucent. Add the flour and whisk vogorously. Pour in about 2/3 of the cup of turkey sauce/juices and whisk over medium heat until the bechamel thickens. Cook for 10 minutes so the flour is cooked. You need thick bechamel so add the remainder juices as you cook and as needed. Remove from the heat and add the 2 egg yolks, whisk them in vigorously. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper and nutmeg. Cover the sauce with plastic film directly on top of the sauce, set aside and let cool completely.
3
When cold add the minced parsley and the lemon juice.
4
In a food processor, mince the turkey meat and the chourizo, previously cut in small pieces. Transfer to a big bowl, add the bechamel and mix very well. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Cover with plastic film and chill for 2 hours.
5
Beat the egg and put in a bowl. Put the breadcrumbs in a small tray. Put the vegetable oil in a bowl. Prepare a lined baking sheet with parchment paper.
6
Slightly oil the palm of your hands with some vegetable oil, take a small quantity of meat mixture and roll it between the palms of your hands and form a small cilinder about the size of your thumb. Flatten the tops. Coat it in the beaten egg and then cover in breadcrumbs pressing well so they attach to the whole croquette including the tops. Put on the tray lined with parchment paper. Finish all the meat mixture in the same way. Chill until time to cook.
7
At this point you can freeze the meat croquettes in trays and when they are frozen transfer them to a plastic bag and keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.
8
Heat up the canola oil and fry the croquettes letting them brown on one side before turning. Remove and put on kitchen paper towel to absorb oil. Serve hot or cold. If serving for dinner, they go really well with mashed potatoes or rice and a salad.

2196

kcal

Calories

212

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups turkey leftovers, meat only, skin removed, 1 1/2 ounces chourizo, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Meat Croquettes With Turkey Leftovers 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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Meat Croquettes With Turkey Leftovers

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