Wild Turkey Gumbo Recipe

Name: Wild Turkey Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice; water to cover; 2 teaspoons Celtic sea salt, divided; 3 quarts chicken broth, divided; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 3 cups cubed wild turkey breast, or more to taste; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 large carrots, quartered lengthwise and sliced; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 1 pound bag frozen okra; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons chopped jarred jalapeno peppers; 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Texas Pete(R))

Servings: persons

1 cup wild rice
water to cover
2 teaspoons Celtic sea salt, divided
3 quarts chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons coconut oil
3 cups cubed wild turkey breast, or more to taste
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, quartered lengthwise and sliced
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 pound bag frozen okra
1 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons chopped jarred jalapeno peppers
1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Texas Pete(R))

1
Place wild rice in a bowl and pour in enough water to cover; soak 4 hours to overnight. Drain rice.
2
Mix wild rice and 1 teaspoon salt together in a stockpot and add about 3 cups chicken broth. Bring broth to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover stockpot, and simmer until rice is tender, about 30 to 40 minutes.
3
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir turkey, onion, carrots, and celery in the hot oil until turkey is cooked through and vegetables are slightly tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add okra to turkey mixture and cook until okra is thawed, 5 to 7 minutes; season with 1 teaspoon salt, white pepper, and black pepper.
4
Combine wild rice, turkey mixture, jalapeno peppers, hot sauce, and remaining chicken stock in a slow cooker.
5
Cook on High for 1 hour.

746

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup wild rice, water to cover, 2 teaspoons Celtic sea salt, divided, 3 quarts chicken broth, divided, and more.

Yes, Wild Turkey Gumbo 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wild Turkey Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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