Best 8 Sweet N Sour Turkey Recipes

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Sweet and sour turkey is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner, and it can be easily adapted to suit your own dietary needs or preferences. Whether you prefer your turkey fried or baked, coated in a sweet and sour glaze or served with a side of rice and vegetables, this recipe has something for everyone. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this mouthwatering dish!

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SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY PATTIES



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These lean turkey patties are topped with a sweet and sour sauce that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters!

Provided by CUPYCAKESMURF

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground turkey
½ cup dry bread crumbs
½ onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup maple syrup
½ cup ketchup
3 tablespoons mustard
¼ cup vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and grease a 9x12 inch baking dish.
  • Mix the ground turkey, bread crumbs, onion, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl, and form into 6 patties. Place the patties in the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir together the maple syrup, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, and oil in a bowl, and set aside.
  • Bake the patties in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, remove from oven, and turn them over.
  • Drizzle the patties with the maple syrup mixture, return to the oven, and bake until the patties are browned and the sauce is bubbling and thickened, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 530.5 mg, Sugar 21.7 g

SWEET 'N' SOUR TURKEY



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Sweet-and-sour lovers will have a lot to look forward to when they simmer up this saucy supper from Shanna Webb. In her Provo, Utah kitchen, she stir-fries leftover turkey, canned pineapple tidbits and veggies for the in-a-dash dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups julienned cooked turkey
2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, undrained
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and brown sugar. Stir in the broth, soy sauce and lemon juice until smooth; set aside. , In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry the celery, carrots and onion in butter for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir broth mixture; gradually add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the turkey, pineapple and almonds; heat through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-AND-SOUR TURKEY



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For a wonderful balance of tastes and textures, cubed turkey breasts are mixed with snow peas, pineapple, green bell pepper, and carrots in this flavorful stir-fry recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg
6 tablespoons cornstarch
6 ounces uncooked turkey breast, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup rice-wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 carrot, sliced into thin diagonal rounds
1/2 green bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 ounces snow peas, stem ends trimmed
1/4 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together egg and 4 tablespoons cornstarch. Add turkey; set aside. In another bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, stock, and remaining 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add oil. Using a slotted spoon, transfer coated turkey to hot pan. Cook, tossing occasionally, until meat is golden brown on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer turkey to a plate; set aside.
  • Add carrot and 3/4 cup water to pan. Cook, stirring, until water has evaporated and carrot pieces are soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Pour in vinegar mixture; bring to a simmer, stirring. Add bell pepper; cook, stirring, until sauce is thick and shiny, about 2 minutes. Stir in peas, pineapple, and turkey. Serve warm.

TURKEY MELTS WITH SWEET-N-SOUR SLAW AND 'MONSTER' CHEESE



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey mustard
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup shredded cole slaw mix
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
12 ounces leftover turkey tenderloin, thinly sliced
4 kaiser or submarine rolls
4 thick slices Muenster cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cider vinegar, honey mustard, sugar, and oil. Add slaw mix and parsley and mix well.
  • Arrange turkey slices on bottom half of rolls. Place rolls on a baking sheet. Spoon slaw mixture over turkey and top slaw with Muenster cheese. Place sandwiches until broiler and broil 3 minutes, until cheese melts.

SWEET-N-SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 pounds ground turkey breast
2 teaspoons salt-free garlic and herb seasoning or poultry seasoning
1 egg white
Salt and ground black pepper
2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chili sauce
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons dried thyme
Mashed Red Potatoes, recipe follows
Steamed Broccoli, recipe follows
8 medium red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (skin on)
6 whole cloves garlic
1 cup light sour cream
4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons water
Salt and pepper
Lemon wedges
In a microwaveable bowl, add broccoli florets and water. Cover and cook in microwave 2 to 3 minutes, or until crisp tender. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with lemon, if desired.

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine turkey, garlic and herb seasoning, egg white and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Mix well and shape mixture into about 32 meatballs. Place meatballs in bottom of slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together tomato sauce, broth, chili sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and thyme. Pour mixture over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Serve half of the Meatballs with Mashed Red Potatoes and Steamed Broccoli. Refrigerate the other half for Turkey-Stuffed Zucchini Boats later in the week.
  • Place potatoes and garlic cloves in a large saucepan and pour over enough water to cover. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Boil 8 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and return potatoes and garlic cloves to pan. Mash in sour cream until desired consistency. Fold in chives. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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"I've made this recipe many times-everyone who tastes it raves about it," writes Dorothy Havner of San Rafael, California. One bite of this moist meat loaf, and you will too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon beaten egg or egg substitute
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon crushed butter-flavored crackers
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 pound lean ground turkey

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard; set aside. In another bowl, combine the egg, onion, crackers, parsley, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons reserved tomato mixture. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into a 4x3-in. oval., Place in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with remaining tomato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 165°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 587mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET & SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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This is a variation of a few different recipes. I use ground turkey, to reduce the fat, but it tastes great made with any ground meat. My picky kids call these Sweetballs. They gobble them up, always asking for 2nds!!! This is great served over rice with a side of vegetables.

Provided by jake ryleysmommy

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 1h40m

Yield 48 meatballs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs ground turkey (or other ground meat)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup water (or extra vinegar, depending on taste.)

Steps:

  • Mix all meatball ingredients together in a medium bowl, roll into balls and place in glass baking dish lined with foil. *If using ground turkey you may want to add a little oil to tinfoil, or turn often during cooking*.
  • Bake at 400 F for 20-30 mins, or until cooked through.
  • Remove meatballs from pan, discard tinfoil, replace meatballs, set aside.
  • In a small saucepan combine sugar and flour, mix until well blended.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and cook over medium heat stirring often until thickened slightly, about 5-10 min *If you like a more tangy sauce you can replace as much of the water with white vinegar as you'd like*.
  • Pour the sauce over the prepared meatballs, cover with foil and bake in the oven at 350 F for 30 minutes Stir once or twice during baking.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes, serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 187.4, Sodium 629.1, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 28.4, Protein 33.4

SWEET 'N' SOUR TURKEY



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Sweet-and-sour lovers will have a lot to look forward to when they simmer up this saucy supper from Shanna Webb. In her Provo, Utah kitchen, she stir-fries leftover turkey, canned pineapple tidbits and veggies for the in-a-dash dinner.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 stalk (blank)s celery ribs, sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups julienned cooked turkey
1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 cups Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and brown sugar. Stir in the broth, soy sauce and lemon juice until smooth; set aside.
  • In a wok or large skillet, stir-fry the celery, carrots and onion in butter for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir broth mixture; add to that pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the turkey, pineapple with juice and almonds; heat through. Serve over rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 912.3 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect sweet and sour sauce, use a combination of ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and spices.
  • When cooking the turkey, be sure to brown it well on all sides before adding the sauce. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the turkey from becoming dry.
  • If you don't have any cornstarch, you can use flour as a thickener instead. Just be sure to whisk it into the sauce until it is completely dissolved.
  • Serve the sweet and sour turkey with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour turkey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook turkey, give this recipe a try.

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