Turkey riette with apples and white wine
4 servings
360 minutes
Turkey rillettes with apples and white wine is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of turkey with the fruity tartness of apples and the aroma of spices. Its roots trace back to French gastronomy, where rillettes is a traditional method for preparing meat pâtés. Slow cooking in a steam bath allows the ingredients to unfold, creating a soft, fibrous texture of the meat, while apple puree adds delicate sweetness. White wine adds a subtle, refreshing note. This rillettes pairs perfectly with crispy baguette, fresh herbs, and light white wines. It can be stored in the refrigerator and its flavor only deepens over time. A magnificent appetizer for festive occasions or cozy home dinners.
1
Clean everything and cut into large pieces: carrots and apples into 4 parts, turkey in as large pieces as possible.
- Turkey fillet: 600 g
- Apple: 3 pieces
- Carrot: 1 piece
2
Take two pots. One should fit into the other and be submerged at least halfway. In the smaller pot, combine all ingredients except salt. Pack tightly so the lid closes very snugly. Fill the larger pot with water about halfway and bring to a boil. Place the tightly closed smaller pot into the larger one to create a steam bath. The meat and vegetables will stew in their own juices. Leave this setup for 5-8 hours, adding new water every 40 minutes as it evaporates.
- Cardamom: 10 pieces
- Onion: 1 piece
- Celery root: 180 g
- White wine: 0.5 glass
- Bay leaf: 2 pieces
- Black peppercorns: to taste
3
Remove the turkey and apples from the pot. Shred the turkey with forks or hands — that's the essence of rillettes. Turn the apples into puree — with a spoon or potato masher. Add white wine. You can also strain the liquid from a small pot through cheesecloth or a fine sieve and add that too. Season with salt.
- Turkey fillet: 600 g
- Apple: 3 pieces
- White wine: 0.5 glass
- Salt: to taste
4
Put in a small pot and let the mass heat up for 30 minutes.
- Turkey fillet: 600 g
- Apple: 3 pieces
5
Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for 1 day to several weeks. The longer the riet sits, the tastier it becomes. Many people preserve riets for several months, but this requires a preservative (such as white wine or apple vinegar).
- White wine: 0.5 glass
- Apple: 3 pieces
6
Serve with bread.