Turkey Jook
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Turkey Jook recipe, a warm, savory rice porridge perfect for repurposing leftover turkey. Infused with the fragrant aromatics of fresh ginger and garlic, this dish simmers into creamy perfection, with tender turkey and a rich turkey or chicken broth creating layers of flavor. Soy sauce and sesame oil add a touch of umami, while green onions provide a bright, fresh garnish. Easily customizable with toppings like cilantro, fried shallots, or chili oil, Turkey Jook is ideal for cozy family dinners or soothing recovery meals. Ready in just over an hour, this hearty, nourishing dish celebrates simplicity and comfort, making it a must-try addition to your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
- 1 cup Cooked white rice
- 8 cups Turkey or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger (sliced thinly)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Ground black pepper
- to taste Optional toppings (e.g., cilantro, fried shallots, chili oil)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine turkey or chicken broth with the sliced ginger and minced garlic. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Rinse the cooked white rice under cold water to remove excess starch, then add it to the pot.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom. The rice should break down and thicken the broth into a creamy, porridge-like consistency.
Add the shredded or chopped turkey to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and ground black pepper as needed.
Ladle the jook into serving bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and any optional toppings, such as cilantro, fried shallots, or chili oil.
Serve hot and enjoy this comforting, savory dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 11106 mg | 483% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 160.0 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2056 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
