Source: zen.yandex.ruIf you're wondering how to replace chicken and diversify your diet, these 20 delicious recipes using ground turkey will definitely come in handy. By the way, it turns out juicier than chicken and not at all fatty, unlike duck!
1. Buckwheat with Ground Meat and Tomatoes
Source: sushi-tai.ruLet's start with the simplest, yet very tasty option!
You will need: 1 cup buckwheat, 3 cups water, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tomato, 200 g ground turkey, 1 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, grate the carrot, and lightly sauté them directly in a pot. Add the rinsed buckwheat, season, pour in water, and cook until half-done. Add the ground meat, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste, stir, and simmer covered for another 5-10 minutes.
2. Tender Creamy Turkey Cutlets
Source: kulinarka-tv.ruA classic recipe to which you can add spices, mushrooms, vegetables, or cheese.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 50 g butter, 1 slice white bread, 100 ml cream, breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Crumble the bread and pour cream over it. Grate cold butter into the ground meat, add the bread, season, and mix quickly. Form cutlets, roll them in breadcrumbs, and fry on both sides.
3. Turkey Cutlets with Corn
Source: vkuso.ruHere's a more original option that pairs perfectly with stewed vegetables.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 0.5 can corn, 50 g bread, 1 egg, green onion, cilantro, spices.
Preparation: Soak the bread in water, squeeze it out, crumble it, and add to the ground meat. Also add corn, egg, chopped herbs, and spices. Form cutlets and fry or bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees.
4. Ground Turkey with Vegetables under Cheese
Source: koolinar.ruThis turns out to be something like an appetizing, colorful ragout.
You will need: 1 kg ground turkey, 2 onions, 1 kg tomatoes, 600 g zucchini, 3 cloves garlic, 4 pickled cucumbers, 1 bunch herbs, spices, mozzarella.
Preparation: Sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add garlic and ground meat, and continue frying until the liquid evaporates. Then add coarsely chopped vegetables and spices and simmer for 30 minutes. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped herbs and cheese.
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5. Zrazy with Ground Turkey
Source: in.pinterest.comWe suggest an egg filling, but mushrooms with cheese would also work well here.
You will need: 700 g ground turkey, 1 onion, 50 ml milk, 1 egg, 1 slice white bread, 2 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp breadcrumbs, spices, herbs, 2 boiled eggs, 80 g cheese, garlic, 1 tbsp mayonnaise.
Preparation: Soak the bread in milk, and when it softens, mix the ground meat with it, chopped onion, and raw egg. Separately mix chopped eggs, cheese, herbs, mayonnaise, and garlic for the filling. Form zrazy with wet hands, place the filling inside, roll in flour and breadcrumbs, and fry.
6. Pie with Ground Meat and Zucchini
Source: kursbiz.ruDo you think a light diet pie is a fantasy? But we know it's not!
You will need: 300 g ground turkey, 300 g zucchini, 1 onion, spices, 80 g cheese, 2 eggs, 180 g sour cream, 1 tsp salt and sugar, 150 g flour, 10 g baking powder.
Preparation: Sauté the ground meat with chopped onion for about 10 minutes, then add grated zucchini and fry for another 5 minutes. Mix eggs with sour cream, sugar, and salt. Add flour with baking powder and spread one-third of the dough into a mold. Top with the filling and grated cheese, pour the remaining dough over it, and bake for half an hour at 180 degrees.
7. Meatballs with Ground Meat and Buckwheat
Source: sousguru.ruMeatballs with rice are too common, but with buckwheat – that's more interesting.
You will need: 900 g ground turkey, 120 g buckwheat, 2 onions, 3 cloves garlic, 150 g processed cheese, 120 g sour cream, 1 egg, 50 ml 20% cream, spices.
Preparation: Boil buckwheat until half-done and mix it with ground meat, egg, and chopped onion with garlic. Cut processed cheese into cubes and form meatballs with them as a filling. Heat sour cream with cream, remaining cheese, spices, and chopped herbs, and pour over the meatballs in a baking dish. Bake for about half an hour at 200 degrees.
8. Lulya Kebab with Ground Turkey
Source: foodrecipeshub.comA rather original and very delicious recipe for what you can make with ground turkey!
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1 egg, 2 cloves garlic, 2 potatoes, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp chopped dill, 0.5 cup breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Add minced garlic, grated potatoes, dill, spices, and egg to the ground meat. Form lulya kebabs on skewers, roll them in breadcrumbs and sesame seeds, and place on foil. Bake for 35 minutes at 180 degrees.
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9. Turkey Meatballs in Orange Glaze
Source: confeton.ruA whimsical blend of familiar Russian cutlets and piquant Chinese cuisine.
You will need: 450 g ground turkey, 3 slices white bread, 100 ml milk, 1 onion, 2 sprigs mint, spices, 250 ml orange juice, 50 ml soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 50 ml water, 1 tbsp starch.
Preparation: Soak the bread in milk, chop the onion and mint, and add all of this to the ground meat with spices. Form small meatballs and bake them on parchment paper for 15 minutes at 180 degrees.
Mix orange juice with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sugar, and heat. Dissolve starch in water, gradually pour it into the sauce, and simmer slightly. Add the meatballs to the boiling mixture, coat them well, and remove from heat.
10. Chili with Ground Turkey
Source: foodrecipeshub.comThis dish is so bright and colorful that it creates a festive mood all on its own.
You will need: 300 g ground turkey, 50 g rice, 1 onion, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 can red beans, 80 g canned corn, 250 ml broth, half a bell pepper, 250 ml canned tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, spices, 2 tsp sugar, 50 g cheese.
Preparation: Chop the onion and garlic, sauté them, and add the ground meat, breaking up any clumps. Add parboiled rice, stir, and fry a little more. Add beans, corn, and bell pepper cubes, season, stir, and pour in broth with tomatoes and sugar. Cook for 25 minutes covered, add grated cheese, and serve.
11. Casserole with Ground Meat and Vegetables
Source: foodrecipeshub.comBulgur would also be an excellent substitute for buckwheat here.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, 200 g broccoli, 200 g cauliflower, 500 g cooked buckwheat, 200 g sour cream, 3 eggs, 200 g cheese, spices.
Preparation: Sauté the onion with carrot, add the ground meat, and cook for another 5 minutes. Finely chop broccoli and cauliflower, and also add them to the ground meat for another 4 minutes. Finally, add tomatoes, simmer briefly, and remove from heat.
Whisk eggs, sour cream, and spices until smooth, and grate the cheese. Layer half the buckwheat, one-third of the cheese, ground meat with vegetables, the remaining buckwheat, and cheese into a baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over it and bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 180 degrees.
12. Stuffed Peppers with Turkey
Source: gastronom.ruYou'll need large, beautiful, and fresh peppers.
You will need: 6 colorful bell peppers, 600 g ground turkey, 2 eggs, 1 onion, 1 bunch green onions, 1 bunch parsley, 4 tbsp breadcrumbs, spices, 350 g sour cream, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp paprika, 2 tbsp butter.
Preparation: Sauté crushed garlic in butter with paprika. After a minute, add sour cream and spices, mix well, and remove from heat. Cut peppers in half and clean them. Fill with a mixture of ground meat, chopped herbs, onion, and beaten egg. Brush the peppers with oil, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake for 35 minutes at 180 degrees. Serve with sour cream sauce.
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13. Pasta with Broccoli and Ground Turkey
Source: domreceptum.ruAnd if you use fun shaped pasta – it will make a great lunch for a child!
You will need: 250 g pasta, 300 g ground turkey, 400 g broccoli, 150 g cherry tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp grated cheese, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Break broccoli into florets and parboil, cut cherry tomatoes in half, and finely chop herbs, onion, and garlic. Cook the pasta, and in the meantime, sauté onion with garlic and ground meat. After 5-7 minutes, add herbs with tomatoes, spices, and herbs. After another 5 minutes – add broccoli with pasta and a little water. Heat everything together, sprinkle with cheese, and serve.
14. Casserole with Ground Meat, Zucchini, and Mozzarella
Source: retseptyreceptov.ruA very spicy, beautiful, and aromatic, yet light dish made with ground turkey.
You will need: 450 g ground turkey, 300 g mozzarella, 4 zucchini, 600 g tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, basil and cilantro, chili flakes, spices.
Preparation: Slice zucchini into thin strips and bake on parchment paper for 15-20 minutes at 180 degrees. Mince onion, garlic, and bell pepper, sauté them together, and add the ground meat.
After 5 minutes – add chopped tomatoes, spices, and herbs, and simmer for half an hour. Layer zucchini, meat sauce, and mozzarella into a baking dish – and repeat for several layers. Bake at 180 degrees for 30 minutes covered with foil and 15 minutes uncovered.
15. Yantyk with Ground Turkey
Source: gotovim-edim.ruThis unleavened flatbread with filling is fried in a dry pan, unlike chebureks.
You will need: 2 cups flour, 4 tbsp butter, 0.5 cup boiling water, 200 g ground turkey, 2 onions, 2 tbsp chopped herbs, spices.
Preparation: Mix flour, salt, and butter, pour in boiling water, and stir the dough with a spoon. When it cools, roll it out thinly with a rolling pin and cut into rectangles. Lightly sauté the ground meat with onion, place the filling into the yantyks, and seal the edges. Fry in a non-stick pan until golden.
16. Zucchini Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs
Source: eda.ruAn original diet alternative to regular pasta.
You will need: 4 zucchini, 500 g ground turkey, 2 onions, 2 cloves garlic, 1 egg, spices, 1 tbsp tomato puree, 800 g canned tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, cheese.
Preparation: Make zucchini spaghetti using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Mix ground meat with one onion, garlic, egg, and spices, form meatballs, and refrigerate for half an hour.
Sauté the second onion in olive oil, add tomato puree, tomatoes, spices, and balsamic vinegar to taste. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes. Fry the meatballs on all sides, add them to the tomato sauce, and simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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17. Green Ground Turkey Cutlets
Source: eda.ruCilantro, parsley, basil, or any other aromatic herbs will work.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1 onion, 1 bunch herbs, 2 tbsp sparkling mineral water, 1 egg, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Blend the herbs with the onion and add to the ground meat. Pour in mineral water and beaten egg, season, and mix well. Fry the cutlets in olive oil, spooning them into the pan.
18. Noodle Soup with Meatballs
Source: cookingplus.ruAny ready-made broth will come in handy.
You will need: 340 g ground turkey, 1/4 cup water, 80 g onion, 1 egg, 100 g breadcrumbs, 60 g grated cheese, spices, 8 cups broth, 200 g noodles, 2 carrots, 300 g spinach.
Preparation: Mix ground meat, water, egg, chopped onion, cheese, and breadcrumbs with spices. Form meatballs and refrigerate. Heat the broth, add finely chopped carrots, bring to a boil, and add pasta. After 5 minutes, add meatballs and cook for 10 minutes. Finally, add spinach.
19. Spicy Ground Turkey Appetizer
Source: gastronom.ruServe it in tartlets or lettuce cups.
You will need: 600 g ground turkey, 1 chili pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 30 g brown sugar, vegetable oil, 1 lemon, a handful of peanuts, 2 shallots, herbs.
Preparation: Chop and sauté chili, onion, and garlic. Add the ground meat and continue frying for 10-12 minutes, breaking up any clumps. Add sugar and lemon juice, stir, simmer for another 2 minutes, and cool. Finally, add peanuts and herbs, and serve the appetizer.
20. Casserole with Ground Turkey and Pumpkin
Source: retseptury.ruYou can make it sweeter or spicier to your taste!
You will need: 600 g ground turkey, 800 g pumpkin, 1 onion, 150 g cheese, 50 g butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut pumpkin into small pieces, and mix chopped onion with ground meat and spices. Sauté the ground meat in olive oil for 5-7 minutes and grate the cheese. Layer pumpkin, ground meat, and then pumpkin again into a greased baking dish. Top with butter pieces and bake for 40 minutes at 180 degrees covered with foil. Remove the foil, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for another 5-7 minutes.