New Year's stuffing for poultry with chestnuts and dried apricots
4 servings
30 minutes
New Year's stuffing for poultry with chestnuts and dried apricots is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that adds a festive touch to any feast. The sweet dried apricots combined with tender chestnuts and aromatic onions create a rich flavor palette, complemented by crunchy breadcrumbs and fresh herbs. This stuffing pairs wonderfully with roasted poultry, giving it a pronounced taste and appetizing texture. In Europe, chestnuts are traditionally used to add special charm to Christmas dishes, while dried apricots add fruity sweetness balanced by the light spiciness of spices. Such stuffing makes the meat juicy and rich, perfect for festive dinners and family gatherings where both taste and atmosphere matter.
1
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add finely chopped onion and finely chopped dried apricots. Boil for 5 minutes, then drain.
- Water: 600 ml
- Onion: 1 head
- Dried apricots: 225 g
2
Melt the butter in a pan.
- Butter: 75 g
3
Put the breadcrumbs in a bowl and pour half of the oil over them.
- Crushed breadcrumbs: 225 g
- Butter: 75 g
4
Fry the chestnuts in the remaining oil for a few minutes until golden brown. Transfer to the croutons.
- Butter: 75 g
- Peeled chestnuts: 225 g
5
Add dried apricots with onions and finely chopped parsley.
- Dried apricots: 225 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Parsley: 1 bunch
6
Salt and pepper, mix.
- Sea salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste