Best 8 Joshs Jamaican Turkey Curry Recipes

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Jamaican turkey curry, also known as "josh," is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Jamaican spices with the succulent texture of turkey. This tantalizing dish showcases the culinary heritage of the Caribbean, boasting a rich blend of spices that create a harmonious balance of heat, sweetness, and savory notes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of creating an unforgettable joshs Jamaican turkey curry that will impress your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Jamaica.

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JERK TURKEY LEGS



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Provided by Ayesha Curry

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Juice of 3 limes, plus wedges for serving
3 cloves garlic
1 to 2 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, stemmed
One 1-inch piece peeled ginger
1 bunch scallions, roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 turkey drumsticks (about 4 1/2 pounds total)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine the oil, thyme, brown sugar, allspice, lime juice, garlic, chile peppers, ginger, scallions, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
  • Coat the turkey legs in the jerk marinade and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Spread the turkey legs on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the skin is golden brown all over and the turkey is cooked through (an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat, avoiding bone, should register at least 165 degrees F), 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Serve the turkey legs topped with the cilantro, with lime wedges on the side.

TURKEY CURRY



Turkey Curry image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 yellow onion, diced
One 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro stems (from 1 bunch), plus chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes
1 1/2 cups low-sodium turkey or chicken stock
1/2 pound russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/3-inch cubes
3 cups cubed turkey breast
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lime juice (from 2 limes)
Rice, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the coconut oil and swirl to melt and coat the base of the pot. Add the onion, ginger, garlic, cilantro stems and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and stir to coat the vegetables. Add the curry powder, cumin, coriander and cayenne and stir to combine and toast the spices. Add the tomatoes, stock, and potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture up to a boil, then turn the heat down to low, cover the pot and let simmer until the potatoes are very tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Add the turkey and peas to the pot and simmer until heated through, another 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the cream and lime juice.
  • Ladle the curry into bowls and garnish with the chopped cilantro. Serve with rice, if desired.

JOSH'S JAMAICAN TURKEY CURRY



JOSH'S JAMAICAN TURKEY CURRY image

Categories     turkey     Stew     Low Cal

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large onion, cut into chunks
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into chunks
1 tsp. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and quartered
2 jalapeno peppers, quartered and seeded
1 Tbsp. curry powder
1 tsp. coriander
1 cup chicken stock (defatted )
1/4 cup coconut milk (unsweetened )
1 medium ripe banana, sliced
2 cups Boneless Turkey Breast, cooked, cut into 1/2 inch dice (or any other cooked turkey)
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
salt & pepper optional to taste

Steps:

  • Place onions and red peppers in a food processor and pulse until chopped. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion-pepper mixture and cook, stirring, until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Meanwhile, return the work bowl to the processor. With the motor running, drop garlic, ginger, and jalapenos through the feed tube and process until finely chopped. Add the garlic mixture to the onions, along with curry powder and coriander; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add chicken stock, coconut milk and banana. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the bananas are very soft, about 10 minutes. Mash the bananas to incorporate them into the sauce. Add turkey, peas, cilantro, and lime juice and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

TURKEY CURRY



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I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to use leftover turkey-especially around the holidays. Make this skillet meal as spicy as you'd like by varying the amount of curry powder. -Martha Balser, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1 cup fat-free milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups diced cooked turkey or chicken
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 to 4 teaspoons curry powder
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a skillet with cooking spray; saute celery and carrots until tender. In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup milk and cornstarch until smooth. Add broth and remaining milk; mix until smooth. , Pour over vegetables. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the turkey, onion, garlic powder and curry powder; heat through, stirring occasionally. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JAMAICAN STYLE CURRY CHICKEN



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This is a recipe that I have put together over some various websites, verbal consultations and just experimenting on my own and with my family. Rich and hearty with a great flavor when you can't get the real thing in the islands. Try a variety of hot peppers to change the flavor - even sweet bell peppers give a different taste. Use fresh thyme to really bring out the fresh taste.

Provided by Ed G II

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 tablespoons Jamaican-style curry powder
2 slices habanero pepper
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup water
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, tomato, garlic, curry powder, habanero pepper, and thyme until onion is golden, about 7 minutes. Stir in chicken and cook until chicken is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour water into the skillet, reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until chicken is no longer pink at the center, about 30 minutes. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 322.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

TURKEY CURRY WITH RICE



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When I have leftover turkey and a hankering for non-holiday food, I make turkey curry with carrots, cauliflower and mango chutney to spoon over rice. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower, thawed
3 cups chopped cooked turkey
1/2 cup mango chutney
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup coconut milk
4-1/2 cups hot cooked rice
Additional mango chutney, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, mix the first 7 ingredients. Add carrots and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until carrots are crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Add cauliflower; cook, covered, until vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes longer., Stir in turkey and chutney; heat through. In a small bowl, mix flour and coconut milk until smooth; stir into turkey mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve with rice and, if desired, additional chutney.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 9g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 787mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

INSTANT POT® JAMAICAN CHICKEN CURRY



Instant Pot® Jamaican Chicken Curry image

If you can't go to Jamaica, why not bring Jamaica to you with this lively chicken dish! Jamaican curry usually contains allspice, so look for a blend that has it, or make your own. Even with potatoes in the dish, steamed basmati rice is a great add-on, but feel free to leave it out, or use cauli rice to cut back on the carbs.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons ghee
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons Jamaican curry powder
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups chicken broth
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3 pieces each
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 pound baby carrots
3 cups steamed basmati rice

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat ghee. Add onion and cook until starting to turn clear, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in Jamaican curry powder, jalapeno, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Pour in 1/4 cup of chicken broth, scraping off the browned bits from the bottom of the inner pot. Add chicken pieces, potatoes, and carrots; stir until well coated with the spices and seasonings. Pour in remaining chicken broth. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Serve over steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 542.4 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

JAMAICAN-SPICED TURKEY



Jamaican-Spiced Turkey image

When Francine Turone hosted her first Thanksgiving dinner in New York City, she declared turkey "bland and boring." But after friends protested, she came up with this recipe inspired by her upbringing in Kingston, Jamaica. This turkey, a showstopping centerpiece for any big family event, roasts on a bed of whole vegetables, which absorb its fat. A deeply spiced brine and rub packed with cinnamon, allspice berries, thyme and chile pepper imparts huge flavors, rounded out by an herb-infused brown butter. If things are looking to be busy, the butter and rub can be prepared a day ahead.

Provided by Ligaya Mishan

Categories     dinner, project, main course

Time 6h

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

1 1/4 cups kosher salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
5 cloves garlic, lightly crushed and peeled
1 large Spanish or Vidalia onion, peeled and quartered
20 fresh thyme sprigs (or 2 tablespoons dried)
8 whole cloves
1 tablespoon allspice berries, lightly crushed
2 bay leaves
6 sage leaves
1 stick cinnamon
5 to 6 scallions, white and green parts, halved crosswise
3 to 4 juniper berries, lightly crushed
1 15- to 18-pound turkey (preferably heritage or pasture-raised)
1 1/4 cups unsalted butter (2 1/2 sticks)
20 fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 cup chopped scallions (about 3), white and green parts
1/2 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
2 tablespoons allspice berries
1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 dried mild or medium hot chile pepper (such as guajillo), stem removed, torn into pieces
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
5 scallions, trimmed
3 onions, peeled and quartered
3 celery stalks (with tops)
2 fennel bulbs (with stems and fronds), cut into thirds
10 garlic cloves
3 large carrots, trimmed and peeled
Salt and pepper
3 cups vegetable or chicken stock

Steps:

  • Brine the turkey: Combine all the brine ingredients except the turkey in a large stock pot and add 1 gallon water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in another 1/2 gallon water; let cool to room temperature. Place turkey breast-side-down in a container large enough to hold it and the brine. Add brine and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours. Remove from refrigerator about an hour before cooking and bring to room temperature.
  • Make the herb butter: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 9 to 12 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning, until butter darkens to deep amber. Add thyme and scallions and remove from heat. (Butter may foam up; stir to keep it from foaming over.) Let steep for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain into a bowl, pressing out all the butter with a spatula. Allow butter to cool so it firms up, but is still a little soft and pliable. Stir butter while it cools to re-incorporate any bits that fall to the bottom.
  • Make the spice rub: Combine all the rub ingredients in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Toast, stirring or shaking the pan occasionally, 2 to 4 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Let cool, then grind finely in a spice grinder or mortar.
  • Roast the turkey: Heat oven to 475 degrees. Line a large roasting pan with the scallions, onions, celery, fennel, garlic and carrots and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour in stock.
  • Remove turkey from brine and pat dry. Season cavity with about 1/2 tablespoon of the spice rub. Gently loosen the breast skin with your fingers as far down as you can go, being careful not to tear the skin. Spread almost all of the herb butter under the skin and smooth it out as evenly as possible by rubbing the skin. Rub remaining butter lightly over the rest of the turkey. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of the spice rub all over turkey.
  • Place turkey in pan on top of vegetables. Tuck the wings under turkey, and tie legs together with kitchen twine.
  • Roast turkey for 30 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees and loosely cover with foil. Cook turkey, basting with the liquid in the pan every 45 minutes, until the leg feels loose in the socket and a thermometer inserted into the thigh registers 165 degrees. Start checking the temperature after about 2 hours. Depending on the size of your turkey, it may take up to 4 hours to cook through. Let sit 20 to 25 minutes before carving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your curry.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Jamaican curry is a very versatile dish, so feel free to add or omit spices to suit your taste.
  • Be patient with the cooking process. Jamaican curry takes time to develop its flavor, so don't rush it.
  • Serve with your favorite sides. Jamaican curry is traditionally served with rice and peas, but it can also be served with roti, dumplings, or your favorite vegetables.

Conclusion:

Jamaican turkey curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Jamaican turkey curry a try. You won't be disappointed.

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