Turkey Cakes With Apple Relish Recipe

Name: Turkey Cakes With Apple Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup diced onion; ½ cup diced celery; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups chopped cooked turkey; 1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 -3 pinches crushed red pepper flakes; 4 eggs, beaten; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 1 cup diced braeburn apple; ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; ¼ cup apple cider or ¼ cup apple juice; ¼ cup dry white wine; ⅓ cup dried cranberries; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage

Servings: persons

1 cup diced onion
½ cup diced celery
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 -3 pinches crushed red pepper flakes
4 eggs, beaten
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 cup diced braeburn apple
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
¼ cup apple cider or ¼ cup apple juice
¼ cup dry white wine
⅓ cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage

1
PREPARE THE CAKES:.
2
Saute onion and celery for the cakes in 2 tablespoons butter & crushed red pepper flakes over medium-high heat until soft.
3
Transfer mixture to a large bowl; let cool slightly.
4
Add turkey, bread crumbs, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper; fold in eggs.
5
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and dust with flour.
6
To form cakes, lightly pack mixture into a 1/3-cup measure, then press into 3-inch cakes on prepared baking sheet.
7
Chill at least 15 minutes (make sauce while cakes chill); dust tops of cakes with flour.
8
PREPARE THE RELISH:.
9
Saute apple and red onion for the relish in 1 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
10
Cook until apples and onions are soft, then deglaze skillet with cider and wine.
11
Simmer until liquid is nearly evaporated, about 5 minutes.
12
Stir in cranberries, sage, remaining 1 tablespoons butter, and salt to taste.
13
Keep relish warm.
14
FRYING TURKEY CAKES:.
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Fry cakes in two batches in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat using 2 tablespoons vegetable oil per batch.
16
Cook until golden, about 4 minutes.
17
Flip turkey cakes and fry 12 more minutes.
18
Serve with warm relish & enjoy!

835

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 cup diced onion, ½ cup diced celery, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups chopped cooked turkey, and more.

Yes, Turkey Cakes With Apple Relish 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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Turkey Cakes With Apple Relish

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