( Leftover ) Turkey Biryani With Red Onion and Cilantro

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 0

Delicious (Leftover) Turkey Biryani recipe for dinner

( Leftover ) Turkey Biryani With Red Onion and Cilantro

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

12g

Biryani is a popular South Asian dish, traditionally made with rice, meat, and spices. This (Leftover) Turkey Biryani recipe is a variation on the classic dish, using leftover turkey instead of the traditional chicken or lamb. The spices and herbs used in this recipe give the biryani a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to please. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for feeding a large group of people. Serve it with a side of raita (yogurt sauce) and enjoy!

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, heat sunflower oil over medium heat. Add diced carrots and sliced onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until slightly softened.
2.	Add basmati rice to the pot and stir well. Pour in hot chicken stock and stir again to combine.
3.	Add cooked, diced turkey to the pot along with madras curry paste. Stir everything together until well combined.
4.	Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
5.	Once the biryani is ready, remove from heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Once rested, fluff rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

PROS

This biryani is a delicious way to use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners.

The combination of spices and basmati rice makes for a flavorful and hearty meal.

It’s also an easy one-pot dish that can be made in under an hour.

CONS

As with many rice dishes, this biryani can be high in carbohydrates and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It can also be spicy for some palates, so adjust the amount of curry paste used to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This biryani contains turkey, a lean protein source that helps build and maintain muscle while also supporting a healthy immune system.
The spices used in this recipe, especially madras curry paste, have anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in reducing inflammation in the body and improving digestion.
Basmati rice is also a good source of complex carbohydrates that provide the body with energy.

	2 tablespoons sunflower oil
	4 carrots , diced
	2 red onions , sliced
	1 lb basmati rice
	4 1/2 cups hot chicken stock
	1 lb turkey , cooked , skinless , diced
	2 tablespoons hot madras curry paste
	1 tablespoon cilantro , roughly chopped