Turkey Cabbage Salad Recipes

TURKISH CABBAGE SALAD (LAHANA SALATA)

Steps:

• Cut the cabbage in half and discard the outer tough leaves and the inner core.
• Cut each half into quarters and wash under cold water.
• Place each quarter on its side and slice very thin slices with a sharp knife.
• Place cabbage and carrots in a bowl and dress it with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar or lemon to taste.
• Toss well with enough dressing to suit your taste and serve.

TURKEY CABBAGE SALAD

Steps:

• Dresssing: Mix together salt, pepper, sugar, sald oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame seeds.
• In large bowl mix turkey, cabbage, celery and onions.
• Pour marinade over mixture (optional: refrigerate for 1-2 hours).
• Toss with chowmein noodles immediately before serving.

CHINESE TURKEY SALAD

Steps:

• For the turkey: In a 4 or 5-quart saucepan, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, orange juice, garlic and ginger. Add the turkey, breast-side down, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast registers 165 degrees F, 45 to 50 minutes. Let the turkey cool for 20 minutes. Using 2 forks, shred the meat into 2-inch pieces.
• For the wontons: In a heavy, medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375 degrees F. (If you don't have a thermometer, a cube of bread should brown in about 4 minutes.) Add the wontons and fry until golden, 30 to 45 seconds. Drain on paper towels. Set aside.
• For the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grapeseed oil, soy sauce, vinegar, maple syrup, orange juice, sesame seeds, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
• For the salad: In a large salad bowl, toss together the almonds, romaine, iceberg lettuce, Napa cabbage, scallions and bell pepper. Add the dressing and the shredded turkey and toss until coated. Garnish with the fried wontons and serve.

TURKEY KEBABS WITH CABBAGE SLAW

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar, oil, and sugar; season mustard sauce with salt and pepper. Transfer 1/2 cup to another large bowl, add turkey, and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
• To remaining mustard sauce, add cabbage, carrots, and onion. Toss to combine and season slaw with salt and pepper.
• Thread 3 to 4 pieces turkey onto each of fourteen 6-inch skewers. Heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high; lightly oil pan. In batches, grill kebabs until cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through. Reserve 6 kebabs and 2 cups slaw for Turkey Wraps. Serve remaining kebabs with slaw.

TURKEY CABBAGE BAKE

Steps:

• Unroll one tube of crescent dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 425° for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion and carrot over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add the cabbage, soup and thyme. Pour over crust; sprinkle with cheese. , On a lightly floured surface, press second tube of crescent dough into a 13x9-in. rectangle, sealing seams and perforations. Place over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD WITH TURKEY AND PEANUTS

Steps:

• Toss cabbage and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Massage vigorously with your hands until cabbage begins to release water and soften, about 2 minutes (this will both season and tenderize the leaves). Drain; set aside.
• Mix anchovies, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, soy sauce, miso, and sugar in a large bowl; whisk in oil. Add cabbage, celery and celery leaves, scallions, chile, cilantro, and turkey meat to bowl and toss to combine; season with salt.
• Serve salad topped with peanuts and sesame seeds.
• Do Ahead
• Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewhisk before using.

TURKEY CABBAGE STEW

Steps:

• Cook the turkey, onion and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer until the vegetables and meat are tender, 12-15 minutes.