How to Remix your Christmas Leftovers - Turkey 5 Ways
Let’s face it turkeys are huge! Chances are, you’ll have some left and need something to do with it. While eating it plain can be enticing to some, others need a way to remix it to keep it spicy.
You’ll find 5 ways to use your turkey for leftovers below. If you try them, comment below and let me know how it goes! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Turkey Quesadillas
A twist to the traditional Mexican quesadilla, this recipe combines shredded turkey, vegetables, and cheese in the tortilla. This simple dish can be served with guacamole and sour cream.
What you’ll need:
1 cup Shredded turkey
1 cup Mexican cheese blend
1 Onion, cut
1 Green pepper, cut
4 Flour tortillas
Olive oil
How to:
1) In a pan on medium heat, add oil and allow to simmer.
2) Sautee onion and bell pepper together until tender. Remove from skillet.
3) Add tortilla and place all ingredients inside. Flip tortilla over and cover with lid until cheese melts.
4) Flip on other side and allow to crisp.
5) Remove from skillet, cut into slices and serve. Repeat 3 times.
Turkey Cobb Salad
A healthy alternative after a day of heavy eating, this salad combines vegetables and protein for a light but filling treat.
What you’ll need:
2 cups sliced turkey
6 large eggs
3 heads of chicory , leaves seperated
2 avocados, sliced
1 Lemon
1 red onion, sliced
1 tsp. Parsley, chopped
4 tsp. apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 cup Olive oil
2 cloves Garlic, minced
4 Tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
Croutons
Turkey bacon bits (optional)
How to:
1) In a pot, bring water to a boil and add eggs. Cook for 8 minutes and remove from heat. Allow to cool and peel.
2) In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, dijon mustard, parsley, vinegar, and the juice of a lemon together to create dressing.
3) Separate chicory leaves and place on tray/ bowl. Add other items and drizzle with dressing.
4) Top with bacon bits and croutons to serve.
Turkey & Dressing Sandwich
This nontraditional sandwich combines traditional Christmas food and serves it on a warm bun. This savory delight is sure to ignite your taste buds.
What you’ll need:
Turkey, thickly sliced
Gravy
Cranberry Sauce
Dressing
Loaf of bread
Arugula
How to make:
1) In a skillet, heat turkey and dressing separately.
2) Toast bread with olive oil and spread gravy on each slice.
3) Add arugula as a base and layer dressing, cranberry sauce, and turkey.
4) Split sandwich in half and serve with a side of gravy for dipping.
Spicy Turkey Noodles
A simple noodle stir fry should do the trick for your leftover turkey! Add your choice of noodles, veggies, and spices to the turkey and serve with a side of soy sauce!
What you’ll need:
2 cups leftover turkey
1 pack of noodles of choice
4 tsp. olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 red chili peppers (optional ; for more spice use seeds and for less spice remove seeds)
2 tsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. oyster sauce
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 spring onions, sliced thinly
1/2 cup bean sprouts
1/4 cup peanuts (optional)
1 lime wedge, quartered
Handful of chopped parsley
1) Cook the noodles according to pack instructions and drain/ set aside.
2) In a bowl, mix the soy, oyster sauce, lime juice and sugar together.
3) Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok and add the garlic, chilli, turkey and spring onions, fry for around 2 mins.
4) Add noodles and the beansprouts and fry for 1 min more.
5) Pour the sauce into the pan and toss everything together well until coated and heated.
6) Serve and top with nuts (optional) and parsley. Squeeze lime wedge over bowl.
Turkey Noodle Soup
Baby it’s cold outside… most places at least! Add some veggies, broth, and spiraled noodles to warm up the house without the fireplace.
1 pack wide egg noodles
3 cups leftover turkey
1 cup carrots, sliced
1/2 cup celery, chopped
3 cups chicken or turkey stock
1 cup water
1 lemon
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
4 tsp. olive oil
4 tsp. fresh parsley, chopped
Dry seasonings to taste:
Salt
Pepper
Tony’s
Garlic powder
Onion powder
How to make:
1) In a stock pot, heat olive oil and combine onions, garlic, celery, carrots until tender and fragrant.
2) Add water and stock and bring to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook until tender.
3) Reduce heat and add turkey. Stir in dry seasonings to taste and squeeze in the juice from the lemon.
4) Remove from heat and serve. Top with parsley.