Best 12 Turkey Curry With Rice Recipes

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Turkey curry with rice is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is loved by many people, particularly those with a South Asian background. The combination of succulent turkey, aromatic spices, rich curry sauce, and fluffy rice creates a tantalizing meal that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or an elegant party. If you're looking for a delicious and wholesome dish that will surely impress your taste buds, this article will guide you through the process of preparing an unforgettable turkey curry with rice. Gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

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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.

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

TURKEY CURRY



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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.

TURKEY CURRY IN A HURRY (COOK'S ILLUSTRATED)



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A very good way to use leftover turkey or chicken. CI recommends using only whole milk yogurt (not low- or non-fat), as the sauce otherwise will be thin and can have an off flavor. I often have left-over roasted veggies, or will use a combo of sweet and white potatoes, cauliflower, squash, red onions. I serve this with rice or couscous, and sometimes add dried cranberries instead of raisins - I doubt that's Indian, but it works together well. Time does not include time to roast veggies, if you have none handy.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Curries

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, sliced thin
1/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 medium cloves garlic, minced, about 4 teaspoons
4 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 cups vegetables, roasted
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup water
10 ounces shredded cooked turkey, about 2 cups
1 cup frozen green pea
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until just simmering.
  • Add the onion, raisins, curry powder and salt and cook until the onion is softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and water and cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the turkey and peas and cook until heated through, 2 or 3 minutes longer.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the yogurt and cilantro. Check for salt (to taste) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 61.8, Sodium 765.5, Carbohydrate 49, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 12.9, Protein 32.9

TURKEY CURRY



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Go classic with your turkey leftovers and whip up this healthy spice-filled stew with peppers and tomatoes

Provided by Katy Greenwood

Categories     Main course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 large onion, thickly sliced
1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped
2 tbsp curry paste (or gluten-free alternative)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
400g can chopped tomatoes
300g leftover turkey, diced
300g leftover cooked potato (either boiled or roast), diced
2 tbsp mango chutney
small pack coriander, roughly chopped
rice or naan bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over a fairly high heat. Cook the onion and pepper for 3-4 mins until starting to soften and brown slightly. Stir in the curry paste and garlic, then cook for another 1-2 mins. Add the chopped tomatoes and 150ml water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 5 mins.
  • Turn the heat down, stir in the turkey and potatoes, and cook for another 2-3 mins, then season and add the mango chutney. Scatter with coriander and serve with rice or naan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

TURKEY CURRY WITH RAISIN RICE



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I haven't been a huge fan of curries, but I absolutely adored this one from a Diane Mott Davidson book (The Killer Pancake), so now I'm trying out other curries from this site. Since I don't see this great one already posted, I'm adding it for your culinary enjoyment. I didn't make my own stock, I bought a box at the store, but chicken broth would probably work just as well. It's mostly just to add flavor to the rice. The recipe originally listed white rice, but I substituted brown since I rarely use white rice. I bet popcorn rice would also be good. For the New Year's party that I was attending, it was easier to just stir the meat and the rice all together and take it as a casserole rather than serving it as two items, and that worked out just fine. I used skim milk and non-fat dry milk to keep fat content lower, and did not notice any affect on the finished product. I suggest getting the rice started before preparing the curry since it takes a while to cook.

Provided by mamere94

Categories     Curries

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground turkey
1 cup apple, chopped unpeeled
1 cup onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
1/2 cup dry milk
2 cups milk
1 cup rice
1/2 cup raisins
2 1/4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Turkey Curry: Saute the ground turkey until evenly browned. Drain fat and set aside.
  • In a greased or non-stick skillet, saute the apple and onion over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent. Set aside.
  • Reduce heat to low and heat the olive oil. Stir in the flour and curry powder until the flour begins to bubble.
  • Combine the bouillon granules, milk and dry milk; whisk until combined. (The bouillon granules will dissolve when they are heated in the sauce.)
  • Gradually add the milk mixture to the curry mixture, continuing to stir over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens.
  • When the mixture is thick, add the turkey and the apple-onion mixture. Stir well and heat through. Serve over Raisin Rice.
  • Raisin Rice: In a large nonstick skillet, toast 1 cup raw rice over medium heat, stirring frequently, until most of the rice is brown. (Mottled appearance is desirable.)
  • Stir in raisins and chicken stock.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for 25 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.6, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 115.1, Sodium 638.1, Carbohydrate 81.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 24.3, Protein 39.1

CHEESY TURKEY RICE CASSEROLE



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This is a wonderful use of leftover turkey or you could even use chicken. You may also want to add potato chips to the top for some crunch.

Provided by BABYPHAT55

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked rice
1 ½ cups chopped cooked turkey
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
½ cup chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
2 eggs, beaten
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Combine cooked rice, turkey, evaporated milk, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, onion, chopped green chiles, eggs, cilantro, and butter in a large bowl, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is set and top is golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 158.7 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 607.1 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

QUICK TURKEY CURRY



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Categories     Fruit Juice     Ginger     Onion     Rice     turkey     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Apple     Curry     Cilantro     Jam or Jelly     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tart green apple, cored, peeled, chopped
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup apple cider
3/4 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup mango chutney
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups coarsely chopped cooked turkey
Steamed white or brown rice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, ginger and garlic; sauté until onion is soft, about 10 minutes. Add apple, then flour, curry powder and cumin; sauté 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in broth. Add cider, cream, chutney, cilantro and tomato paste. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until mixture thickens, about 20 minutes. Add turkey; stir until heated, about 2 minutes. Spoon curry over rice.

TURKEY RICE



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What ultimately sets a great holiday leftover dish apart from the rest? The answer: lots of flavor, not a lot of ingredients, and the ability to stand on its own rather than remind us of the meal it came from. This turkey rice, which is in fact a little more turkey than rice, checks all the boxes, and a fresh, 3-ingredient salsa adds the bright finishing touch.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Legs

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cooked turkey leg
1 cooked turkey thigh
½ cooked turkey breast, chopped
4 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
1 yellow onion, diced
¾ cup uncooked white rice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons minced green onions
2 tablespoons minced red pepper
¼ cup cilantro leaves, minced

Steps:

  • Combine leftover turkey leg, thigh, and breast meat in a stockpot over high heat; add chicken broth and onion. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cover. Simmer, flipping turkey pieces over halfway, until meat falls off the bone, about 1 hour.
  • Transfer turkey pieces to a bowl and let cool until safe to handle.
  • Meanwhile, bring broth to a boil and stir in rice. Season with black pepper, cayenne, and salt. Reduce heat to medium and let rice simmer until it starts to plump up, about 10 minutes.
  • Pick turkey meat off the bone and chop into small pieces. Stir into the rice, adding more broth as needed. Cook over medium-low heat until rice reaches desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Smash green onions, red pepper, and cilantro together for the salsa. Taste and season turkey rice as desired, then scoop into serving bowls and top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 129.4 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 47.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 2539.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

TURKEY AND SPINACH CURRY



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With the coconut milk, the preroasted turkey and the fresh spinach, there's plenty of flavor in this little stew. Plenty of ease, too; the whole thing (including the rice you probably want to serve it with, though I could imagine it over leftover stuffing) takes less than a half hour, not much longer than sandwiches.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1 cup tomatoes, chopped (canned are fine; include their juice)
1 cup coconut milk
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound fresh spinach, trimmed of thick stems, washed and roughly chopped
2 cups leftover turkey, white or dark meat or a combination, roughly chopped
Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add onion, garlic and ginger and cook until they begin to soften, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric and cayenne and cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant, about another minute.
  • Add tomatoes and their juices and coconut milk and sprinkle with salt and pepper; bring mixture to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until tomatoes break down.
  • Add spinach and turkey to pan and continue to cook until spinach wilts and turkey is warmed through, another 3 to 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning, garnish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 581 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TURKEY CURRY DINNER



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Here's a more exotic option for leftover turkey: Mix it with store-bought simmer sauce for an Indian-inspired dinner that comes together in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups shredded turkey meat
Two 12 1/2-ounce jars curry simmer sauce (we love Maya Kaimal Madras Curry Indian simmer sauce; mayakaimal.com)
Steamed basmati rice
Cilantro
Sliced red onion
Toasted coconut
Raisins
Roasted cashews
Plain yogurt
Pineapple
Mango chutney
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Combine turkey meat and simmer sauce in a saucepan. Simmer, stirring occasionally, just until heated through. Serve over rice with some of the toppings and condiments listed.

LEFTOVER TURKEY CURRY



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Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey to make this spicy, fragrant stew. A dollop of yogurt tempers the heat of the Thai chile perfectly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons safflower oil or butter
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic (from 2 large cloves)
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into a 1-inch dice
2 1/2 cups no-sodium-added chicken broth
1 Thai chile, split (seeds removed for less heat, if desired), plus more, sliced, for serving
2 cups coarsely shredded cooked turkey
1/4 cup plain yogurt (not Greek), plus more for serving
Cooked basmati rice and fresh mint or basil leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is golden at edges, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, cumin, and coriander. Cook 1 minute more.
  • Add potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then add chile, reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Mash some potatoes against side of pot to thicken. Add turkey; heat through. Remove from heat, stir in yogurt, and season with salt. Serve over rice, with a dollop of yogurt, and mint and sliced chiles.

Tips for Making the Best Turkey Curry with Rice:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your curry. Look for tender turkey meat, crisp vegetables, and fragrant spices.
  • Marinate the turkey: Marinating the turkey in a mixture of yogurt, spices, and herbs will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook the curry low and slow: Simmering the curry for at least 30 minutes will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more vegetables you add to your curry, the more nutritious and flavorful it will be. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, peas, and tomatoes.
  • Adjust the spices to your taste: If you like your curry spicy, add more chili peppers or garam masala. If you prefer a milder curry, reduce the amount of spices.
  • Serve with fluffy rice or bread: Turkey curry is traditionally served with rice, but it can also be served with naan or other types of bread.

Conclusion:

Turkey curry with rice is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With its tender turkey, flavorful sauce, and fluffy rice, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give turkey curry with rice a try and tell us how it tastes!

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