Turkey Combo Rice
A delightful dish combining tender turkey, fragrant spices, and perfectly cooked rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Preparation
- 2 pieces Turkey thighs Deboned and cut into small pieces.
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili pepper Adjust based on spice preference.
- 2 cubes Chicken seasoning cubes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 handful Chopped onion For making stock.
- 1 large Carrot Sliced.
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger
- 3 cups Water For stock.
For the Rice and Vegetables
- 1 cup Turkey broth
- 1 cup Water For cooking rice.
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt For cooking rice.
- 3 cups Rice Rinsed.
- 1 tablespoon Oil For frying the turkey.
- 0.5 onion Diced For sautéing.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 0.5 red bell pepper Diced
- 0.5 green bell pepper Diced
- 1.5 red bell pepper Diced
- 2 large Tomatoes Diced.
- 1 habanero Chopped Optional, for heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering and preparing all your ingredients.
- Debone the turkey thighs and cut the meat into small, even pieces.
- Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili pepper, a seasoning cube, and salt in a bowl.
- Toss the turkey pieces in this mixture until they are evenly coated. Cover and set aside.
Cook the Turkey Stock
- In a large pot, add the reserved turkey bones, skin, chopped onion, sliced carrot, crushed garlic, ginger, seasoning cube, salt, and water.
- Bring it to a boil and then let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
Prepare the Rice
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, turkey stock, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a boil.
- Cook until the rice is fluffy and tender.
Fry the Turkey
- In a pan, heat oil over medium-high heat and fry the seasoned turkey pieces until cooked through.
Sauté Vegetables
- Sauté onion and minced garlic in the same pan until fragrant.
- Add in the prepared pepper mix and season to taste.
Combine All Ingredients
- Add the fried turkey pieces along with the diced bell peppers to the sautéed vegetables.
- Mix everything thoroughly.
- Finally, fold in the cooked rice, stirring gently.
Notes
Store Turkey Combo Rice in airtight containers for 3-4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water.