TURKEY SALAD WITH FRIED SHALLOTS AND HERBS

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This recipe is adapted from Naomi Duguid's chicken salad in "Burma: Rivers of Flavor." It incorporates shallots two ways, raw and fried, as well as the deeply savory oil used to fry them. Bright with lime juice, the raw heat of a green chile and plenty of fresh herbs, it's excellent plain, or with some chopped cucumber and lettuce beneath it, for crunch. As Ms. Duguid points out in the book, it's a dressing that can be applied to refresh all manner of leftovers, from the roasted turkey you're left with the day after Thanksgiving, to the roasted vegetables.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups thinly sliced shallots
4 tablespoons peanut oil
2 cups leftover cooked turkey meat, pulled into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
Handful of cilantro and mint leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Divide the sliced shallots: Soak 1/3 cup of the shallots in cold water for about 10 minutes; drain through a mesh sieve and set aside. Heat the peanut oil and fry the remaining 2/3 cup shallots, mixing occasionally, until golden brown. Drain through the sieve, reserving both shallots and oil. (Do not press on the shallots as they drain. They will clump together.)
  • In a mixing bowl, toss together raw shallots and turkey meat. Add lime juice, salt, jalapeño and 2 teaspoons reserved oil from frying shallots, and mix well. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of fried shallots, along with the herbs, and mix well. Taste and adjust with salt and lime juice as needed. Serve with any remaining shallots and shallot oil on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 278, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 370 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Mr Joni lslam ‡øê
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This is the best turkey salad recipe I've ever tried. Thanks for sharing!


robert kefitilwe
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This salad is so good, I could eat it every day!


Silvester Allen
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This salad is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet.


Aftab Gumb
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Aamir Waseem
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Juliana Conradie
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The herbs in this salad are so fresh and flavorful. They really brighten up the dish.


Moutain Shards
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I love the crunch of the fried shallots in this salad. They really add a nice texture.


Asad Laghari
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I had some leftover from Thanksgiving and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Asif Piya
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I'm always looking for new turkey salad recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


bhatpara tigger team
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This salad is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes. It's a great weeknight meal.


Tariq Malik
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I added some chopped celery and walnuts, and it was delicious.


Swaleha Daya
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for meal prep. I made a big batch on Sunday and ate it all week.


Ayesha Sheikh
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I'm not a big fan of turkey salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. The shallots and herbs really make a difference.


Mother Abeloth
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This is the best turkey salad I've ever had! The fried shallots and herbs really take it to the next level. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Scott Mckinnon
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the dressing, which was light and flavorful.


Ray'Quan Walker
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This turkey salad with fried shallots and herbs is a keeper! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing. The shallots add a nice crunch and the herbs give it a fresh, summery taste. I will definitely be making this again.