Peppery Turkey Scaloppini Recipes

TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• Flatten turkey to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat egg and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and cheese. , Dredge turkey in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture and coat with crumbs. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook turkey for 2-3 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink and coating is golden brown. Sprinkle with parsley.

SPICY TURKEY SCALOPPINI WITH CRANBERRIES AND GREENS

Steps:

• Mix 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, chili powder, allspice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and brush the turkey all over with the spice mixture. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook 2 of the turkey scallopine at a time, turning only once until browned on each side, about 3 minutes total. Transfer to a serving dish and repeat with the rest of the turkey. (Note: Wipe out the skillet with a dry paper towel between each batch, but not after the last batch.)
• Place the greens in a large bowl and set aside. Add the vinegar to the skillet along with the honey and cranberries. Whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, season the hot vinaigrette with salt and pepper, to taste, and pour over the greens. Toss to coat and serve the wilted greens on top of the turkey.

PEPPERY TURKEY SCALOPPINI

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Push the onion to the side of the pan and add 1 more tablespoon of the butter.
• Season the turkey with the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper and add to the pan. Turn the heat up to medium-high and cook the turkey until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer the turkey to a platter and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
• Add the chicken broth, vinegar, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the pan with the onion. Turn the heat up to high and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Return the turkey, along with any accumulated juices, to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 1 minute.
• If you can adjust your pepper mill, the more coarsely ground the pepper, the better for this sauce.

PEPPERY TURKEY SCALOPPINI

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Push the onion to the side of the pan and add 1 more tablespoon of the butter.
• Season the turkey with the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper and add to the pan. Turn the heat up to medium-high and cook the turkey until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer the turkey to a platter and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
• Add the chicken broth, vinegar, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the pan with the onion. Turn the heat up to high and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and whisk in he remaining 2 tbsp. butter, 1 tbsp. at a time. Return the turkey, along with any accumulated juices, to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 1 minute.

TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• Melt butter in skillet over medium high heat.
• Pound turkey to 1/4 inch thickness.
• In a shallow bowl, flour, salt,and pepper.
• In another bowl beat egg and water.
• On a plate, combine bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese.
• Dredge turkey in flour.
• Dip in egg.
• Then coat with bread crumbs.
• Fry turkey slices in butter until done and golden brown, about 7 minutes (depending on thickness).

TURKEY SCALOPPINE WITH LEMON SAUCE

Steps:

• Cook couscous in water as directed on package, omitting oil; cover to keep warm.
• Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, mix flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, the thyme and milk until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in butter-flavor granules and lemon peel until well blended; cover to keep warm.
• Sprinkle both sides of turkey breast slices with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add turkey; cook 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center. Serve turkey slices with sauce over couscous; sprinkle with parsley.

TURKEY SCALOPPINE WITH DIJON SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine first seven ingredients.
• Brush onto turkey scallopini.
• Grill over medium heat 2 to 4 minutes each side or until no longer pink in centre.
• As an alternative, the turkey can be pan-fried in 15 mL (1 tbsp) vegetable oil for approximately 2 minutes each side.

TURKEY SCALOPPINE WITH PROSCIUTTO AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Put the turkey slices on a flat surface and pound lightly with a flat mallet. Each should be about 1/4-inch thick.
• Sprinkle the turkey pieces on both sides with salt and pepper.
• Dip the pieces in flour to coat well on both sides. Shake off excess.
• Preheat the broiler to high.
• Heat the oil and butter in a skillet and add the turkey pieces. Cook about 1 1/2 minutes or until lightly browned on one side. Turn and cook about 2 minutes longer, turning the pieces occasionally. Scatter the shallots around the turkey pieces. Cook briefly and add the Marsala. Cook about 1 minute.
• Transfer the turkey pieces to a heatproof dish and pour the wine sauce over all. Cover each piece with a slice of prosciutto. Cover the prosciutto neatly with a slice of cheese.
• Place the covered turkey pieces under the broiler, about 3 inches from the source of heat. Cook until cheese melts, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Serve immediately.

QUICK TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, mix flour and seasonings. Dip cutlets in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium heat. Add turkey in batches and cook 2-4 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Remove to a serving plate; keep warm., Add wine to pan; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 30 seconds, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened., Stir in sour cream and mustard; heat through. Pour over turkey. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.

CAJUN TURKEY SCALLOPINI

Steps:

• Combine flour and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish; dredge turkey cutlets in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook turkey in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer turkey to a serving platter and keep warm.
• Add wine and remaining Cajun seasoning to the skillet; cook until liquid is reduced by half, stirring to loosen particles from the bottom of the skillet, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle sauce over turkey. Serve immediately.

CINNAMON ORANGE TURKEY SCALOPPINI

Steps:

• Combine the cinnamon, and garlic with a little salt and pepper; rub over both sides of the turkey cutlets.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned cutlets, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until nicely browned on the outside, but not fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside; keep warm.
• Pour the orange juice and lemon juice into the pan, stirring in any bits of food that are stuck to the pan. Bring to a boil, and return the turkey to the pan. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until liquid has reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve cutlets with sauce spooned over.

MILANESE-STYLE SCALLOPINI WITH PEPPERY GREENS

Steps:

• For dressing, whisk oil, vinegar, and orange juice in a bowl. Efficiency tip: Cross a serving fork and spoon in bowl and place greens on top (so they don't touch the dressing). Cover and refrigerate; toss before serving.
• In a casserole, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, rosemary, and salt and pepper to taste. In a bowl, beat egg and 1 tbsp water. Dip cutlets in egg wash, then dredge through breadcrumb mixture. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add cutlets. Cook 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden. Arrange cutlets on 2 dinner plates with dressed greens next to each. Garnish with lemon wedges.