Turkey stewed with plums
6 servings
45 minutes
Turkey stewed with plums is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of the bird with vibrant fruity notes. This recipe was born from the desire to enrich the flavor of traditional stewed turkey with a light tang and sweetness of plums. Soft pieces of fillet infused with spice aromas are fried to a golden crust and then simmered in plum sauce, gaining an amazing depth of flavor. Plums add juiciness and a slightly caramelized hue to the dish, while spices enhance its richness. The dish is perfect for both a cozy family dinner and a festive table due to its harmonious blend of simplicity in preparation and restaurant sophistication. It is served with light side dishes—such as mashed potatoes or rice—to highlight the tenderness of the turkey and the richness of the plum aroma.
1
Prepare the fillet and plums.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
- Plums: 500 g
2
Cut the turkey into small pieces.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
3
Place pieces of turkey in a pan with oil.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
- Vegetable oil: 100 ml
4
Fry pieces of turkey in oil.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
- Vegetable oil: 100 ml
5
Add salt.
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
6
Add spices for the bird.
- Poultry spice blend: 1 teaspoon
7
Mix the turkey with salt and spices.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
- Poultry spice blend: 1 teaspoon
8
Remove the pits from the plum.
- Plums: 500 g
9
Add plum to the turkey.
- Plums: 500 g
10
Add water.
- Water: 300 ml
11
Cook everything together under the lid for 30 minutes.
- Turkey thigh fillet: 1 kg
- Plums: 500 g
- Water: 300 ml
12
Serve in portions at the table.
