Exotic turkey and rice casserole recipe

Exotic Turkey and Rice Casserole recipe

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Introducing the exotic turkey and rice casserole recipe, a delightful fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to new culinary heights. This mouthwatering dish combines tender turkey meat with aromatic spices and fragrant rice, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe promises to impress even the most discerning palates. With its unique combination of ingredients, this casserole is sure to become a standout favorite on your dining table.

Keywords: exotic, turkey, rice casserole, fusion flavors, aromatic spices.

Exotic turkey and rice casserole recipe details

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Ingredients

400 g	turkey breast fillet
1 tbsp	oil
	salt and pepper
	curry
1 kg	broccoli
500 ml	vegetable stock
200 g	long grain rice
1 large can(s)	apricot halves, approx. 250g
	For the sauce:
150 ml	apricot juice, out of the can
400 ml	vegetable stock
1 tbsp	flour
100 g	single cream
	curry
100 g	grated cheese (Cheddar or Gouda)

Instructions

Rinse the turkey breast with cold water, pat dry and cut in stripes. Heat oil in a skillet and sear the meat from all sides. Season with salt, pepper and curry. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Cut the broccoli into florets and the stem in small pieces. Wash and drain. Bring the vegetable stock to the boil, add the broccoli and simmer for 5 minutes until done, but still a bit firm to the bite. Drain, however collect 400ml of the vegetable stock.

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Precook the rice in boiling salted water for approximately 8 minutes. Drain. Also drain the apricots and collect 150 ml of the juice. Cut the apricots in quarters.

For the sauce:
Add the apricot juice and the 400 ml vegetable stock to the juices in the skillet. Bring to the boil. In a bowl mix the single cream and the flour. Add to the sauce and cook for 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and curry. Stir in half of cheese.

To finish:
Arrange the meat, rice, broccoli and apricots in a shallow casserole dish. Evenly divide the sauce on top, sprinkle with cheese and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes.

Preparation time:
ca. 35 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
560 kcal