Turkey Tonnato (Italian Cold Turkey in Tuna Caper Sauce)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Turkey Tonnato recipe for a refreshing summer meal
in Main

Prep

1 hour

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

8 -12 turkey breast steaks
1 carrot , diced small
1 onion , diced
1 celery rib
1 bay leaf
1 sprig thyme
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon pickled capers
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 jar mayonnaise
1 can tuna in brine , drained
100 -200 ml strained turkey broth ( approx , see method )
4 anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon pickled capers
1 squeeze lemon juice
1 tablespoon pickled capers
12 black olives , pitted and chopped
1 sprig parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
320
Sugar
2g
Fat
16g
Turkey Tonnato, or Vitello Tonnato, is an Italian classic. The dish is typically made with veal but can also be made with turkey. The turkey is thinly sliced and served cold with a creamy tuna sauce. The sauce is a blend of canned tuna, mayonnaise, pickled capers, and a few other ingredients that give it its unique taste. The dish is often served as a starter or main course and is perfect for a summer meal. Its light and refreshing flavors pair well with a glass of white wine.

Instructions

1.Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
2.Rub turkey breast steaks with salt, black pepper and fennel seeds.
3.Grill turkey steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4.In a pot, add diced onion, celery, carrot, bay leaf, thyme and white wine. Bring it to boil.
5.Lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain to separate and reserve the broth.
6.For the sauce, blend mayonnaise, tuna, strained turkey broth, anchovy fillets, pickled capers, and lemon juice until smooth.
7.On a serving platter, arrange the grilled turkey steaks.
8.Pour tuna sauce over and sprinkle with chopped black olives, parsley, and capers.
9.Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
10.Serve chilled.

PROS

Turkey Tonnato is a light and refreshing meal perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.

The sauce is a creamy tuna caper sauce that adds a unique flavor to the dish.

CONS

Turkey Tonnato may not be appealing to those who do not like tuna or capers.
Some may find the ingredients overpowering.

It requires a lot of preparation time and ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey Tonnato is a rich source of protein and many essential vitamins and minerals such as Iron, Zinc, B-complex vitamins, and Vitamin E.
The dish is low in fat, sugar, and carbohydrates, making it a good option for those who are following a low-carbohydrate diet.
Capers are high in antioxidants that help protect against cell damage and inflammation. Tuna is a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids that support heart health.

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