Breaded Turkey Chops
6 servings
45 minutes
Turkey cutlets in breadcrumbs are a refined dish of European cuisine, combining a crispy golden crust and tender turkey meat. This dish is popular for its simplicity and amazing flavor. Turkey soaked in the aromas of herb salt and melted butter becomes surprisingly juicy, while the breadcrumbs add an appetizing texture. The origins of the dish trace back to Western culinary traditions, where meat cutlets have long been a symbol of home comfort and gastronomic pleasure. In the final stage, juicy rings of fresh tomato and herbs are added to the cutlets, giving the dish freshness and visual appeal. It is perfect as a standalone treat or accompanied by a light side dish like mashed potatoes or vegetable salad.
1
Prepare the products.
2
Cut the fillet into two pieces (to get a total of six pieces), make cuts inside or pound with a hammer.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 3 pieces
3
All pieces should be salted on both sides.
- Herb salt: 1 teaspoon
4
Crack the eggs into a bowl.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
5
Stir with a fork.
6
Heat 1-2 tablespoons of clarified butter in a pan.
- Clarified butter (ghee): 3 tablespoons
7
Dip each piece of turkey in egg.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
8
Then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Breadcrumbs: 200 g
9
Place the pieces in the pan with heated oil.
- Clarified butter (ghee): 3 tablespoons
10
Fry on both sides until golden brown (add 1-2 tablespoons of melted butter).
- Clarified butter (ghee): 3 tablespoons
11
Combine the remaining eggs and breadcrumbs (if the mixture is very thick, add 50–70 ml of water), and mix everything well until smooth.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Breadcrumbs: 200 g
- Fresh herbs: to taste
12
Pour over the chops that have been fried on both sides.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Breadcrumbs: 200 g
13
Cut the tomato into rings.
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
14
Place on top of the chops, cover with a lid, and cook together for another 10 minutes.
15
Sprinkle with greens (optional).
- Fresh herbs: to taste
16
Serve with any side dish or on its own.