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Grilled Turkey, Bacon, Radicchio, and Blue Cheese Sandwiches

December 27th, 2012 by andrea | 1 Comment | Filed in Christmas, Holidays, Quick Cooking, Recipes, Sandwich, Thanksgiving, Turkey

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover roast turkey. Or just use deli turkey if you prefer. I love the combo of smoky bacon and blue cheese…yum!

Radicchio is a sturdy leafy green veggie that holds up well to heat. I didn’t have any (and wasn’t going to make another trip to the store) so I substituted arugula. The arugula wasn’t the best substitution (it wilted) but sometimes you just make due with what you have. Enjoy!

Grilled Turkey, Bacon, Radicchio, and Blue Cheese Sandwiches
-recipe from Bon Appétit Magazine

This is the ultimate turkey sandwich. Makes 2 servings.

 
6 slices applewood-smoked bacon

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup crumbled Maytag blue cheese or other mild blue cheese
4 1/2-inch-thick slices country-style white bread (about 5×3 inches)
4 leaves radicchio
6 ounces thinly sliced cooked turkey
4 teaspoons butter, room temperature, divided

Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels. Pour off fat from skillet; reserve skillet.

Mash mayonnaise and blue cheese in bowl to coarse puree; season with pepper. Place bread on work surface. Divide cheese mixture among bread slices, spreading evenly. Divide bacon, radicchio, and turkey between 2 bread slices. Top with remaining bread, cheese side down. Melt 2 teaspoons butter in reserved skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in skillet. Spread 2 teaspoons butter on top pieces of bread. Cover with lid that is slightly smaller than skillet. Cook sandwiches until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side.

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Heartland Turkey and Vegetable Chowder

November 29th, 2012 by andrea | No Comments | Filed in Comfort Food, Holidays, Main Dish, Recipes, Soup/Stew, Thanksgiving, Turkey, Vegetable

I’m always on the search for new ways to use up leftover turkey, which is what led me to this delicious soup. It’s loaded with fresh veggies and herbs, and you can substitute different veggies depending on what you have on hand. For instance, I used green beans instead of zucchini. Serve with crusty bread and enjoy in front of a roaring fire!

Heartland Turkey and Vegetable Chowder
-from The New Thanksgiving Table by Diane Morgan

This is a hearty, chock-full-of vegetables chowder using leftover turkey. I make variations on this recipe throughout the winter when I have leftover chicken. See what’s fresh in the produce aisle and feel free to vary the vegetables. You could use kale instead of Swiss chard, or even substitute spinach, adding it at the last minute. Add green beans in place of the zucchini, if desired. Serve this soup with a loaf of crusty French bread for a perfect one-course meal. – Diane Morgan

Serves 8.

4 strips bacon, chopped
1 large yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 large ribs celery, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 large red potatoes (about 8 ounces each), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice 
8 cups turkey stock or canned low-sodium chicken broth
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 cups chopped deribbed Swiss chard leaves
2 cups diced of roast turkey (1/2-inch dice)
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
Salt and freshly ground pepper

In a heavy 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven with a lid, cook the bacon over medium heat, stirring frequently, until crisp and browned. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Set aside. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of fat from the pan and return it to medium heat. Add the onion, celery and carrots. Sauté, partially covered, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft but not browned.

Add the potatoes, squash, and stock. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Partially cover the pot and cook for about 15 minutes until the potatoes and squash are tender. Add the zucchini, Swiss chard, turkey, sage, and thyme. Cook for 5 minutes longer. Add the bacon and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and serve immediately. The soup an be made up to 2 days in advance. Cover and refrigerate.

 

 

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Leftovers aren’t forever!

November 21st, 2012 by andrea | No Comments | Filed in Christmas, Entertaining Tip, Fun Food Facts, Handy Hints, Holidays, Morsels & Musings, Thanksgiving, Turkey

Here’s some great advice on how to safely store your holiday leftovers (or any meal for that matter):

Leftovers Aren’t Forever
-from Thanksgiving 101 by Rick Rodgers

On Thanksgiving, store your leftovers safely. Get any leftover turkey and stuffing into the refrigerator within two hours of serving. Never leave leftovers out overnight.

Slice all of the turkey meat from the carcass and place in shallow plastic containers or self-sealing plastic bags, or wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Scrape all of the stuffing from the carcass, and refrigerate it separately from the turkey meat. (If you plan to use the carcass for soup, chop or break it into manageable pieces and store in plastic bags.) Refrigerate at 40°F or below, and serve within two or three days, or freeze and use within three months. 

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Turkey, Smoked Mozzarella and Arugula Panini

October 9th, 2012 by andrea | No Comments | Filed in Quick Cooking, Recipes, Sandwich, Turkey

We love sandwiches in my house so I’m always looking for new ingredient combos to pile between slices of bread. This recipe features turkey, smoked mozzarella, peppery arugula, and tangy whole grain mustard. I used my favorite sandwich bread, Portland French Bakery Sliced Hearth Rustic Wheat Loaf, but you can use whatever hearty bread you like. Serve with a lightly dressed salad or zippy pickled veggies!

Turkey, Smoked Mozzarella and Arugula Panini
-recipe from Williams-Sonoma.com

Smoked mozzarella complements the mild turkey and tangy mustard in this takeoff on the Italian tradition of pressed sandwiches. If you have a panini press or a panini grill, use it as directed in the manufacturer’s instructions. If not, you can easily weight these tasty sandwiches with a heavy pan and a couple of heavy objects, as described below in the recipe. Serves 4.

1 loaf Italian or French bread, about 3/4 lb. 
1/2 cup olive oil 
1/2 cup whole-grain mustard, plus more, to taste 
1/2 lb. thinly sliced roasted turkey 
1/2 lb. smoked mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced 
1 small bunch arugula, stems removed, torn into large pieces  

Cut the loaf of bread crosswise into 4 equal sections and then split each section horizontally. Brush the cut sides with some of the olive oil. Spread the 4 bottom halves with the mustard. Divide the turkey among the bottom halves. Top with the cheese and then with the arugula. Cover each with a top half of the bread.

Heat a grill pan or heavy fry pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the outside of the sandwiches with the remaining olive oil.

When the pan is hot, place 2 sandwiches in the center. Set another heavy pan on top of the sandwiches and place 2 or 3 heavy cans in the pan to weight it down evenly. Cook the sandwiches until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Turn the sandwiches over, weight them again, and cook until the sandwiches are browned on the other side and the cheese is melting, about 3 minutes more. Transfer the sandwiches to a plate. Repeat to cook the remaining 2 sandwiches. Serve immediately.

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Roast Turkey Panini with Pesto, Roasted Red Peppers and Fontina

December 11th, 2011 by andrea | 2 Comments | Filed in Quick Cooking, Recipes, Sandwich, Thanksgiving, Turkey

This delicious sandwich is a great way to use up leftover roast turkey or chicken. I loved the melty fontina cheese, the slightly sweet roasted red peppers, and the pop of  fresh flavor from the pesto. This sandwich is worth roasting a turkey (or chicken) for!

If you can’t find fontina, substitute another mild cheese like jack or a stronger cheese like provolone. The mild fontina is nice because it doesn’t overpower the flavor of the turkey. Also, a sturdy bread works best ( I used a wheat sourdough). Enjoy!

Roast Turkey Panini with, Pesto, Roasted Red Peppers and Fontina
-Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, foodnetwork.com

Serves: 4 sandwiches.

1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
8 slices ciabatta bread or other rustic Italian white bread, thinly sliced
8 ounces very thinly sliced roast turkey breast
1 roasted red bell pepper, stemmed, skin and seeds removed, cut into thin strips
6 ounces fontina cheese, thinly sliced, to cover the bread slices
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Arrange the slices of bread on a flat work surface and, using a small spoon, divide the pesto evenly among 1 side of each of the bread slices.

Divide the turkey, roasted pepper strips, and fontina equally among 4 of the bread slices. Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread, pesto sides down, to form 4 sandwiches.

Brush the outsides of each sandwich lightly with some of the olive oil.

Heat a large skillet, griddle, or grill pan over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add the sandwiches and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing occasionally with a large metal spatula or the bottom of a small heavy saucepan, about 4 minutes per side. Remove sandwiches and transfer to a cutting board. Slice in half on the diagonal and serve immediately.

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Italian Loaf with Turkey, White Cheddar and Cranberry Sauce

November 23rd, 2011 by andrea | 2 Comments | Filed in Christmas, Holidays, Quick Cooking, Recipes, Sandwich, Thanksgiving, Turkey

 

This sandwich rocks! And, it’s another great way to use up leftover turkey! The combination of green onion mayo (yum!), tangy aged white cheddar, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, roasted turkey, and rustic Italian bread is a winner!! The recipe says it will feed 6-8 but you’d need to serve with other dishes (soup, salad, etc.) to feed that many people. If you’re serving the sandwich by itself, it will probably yield fewer servings…I guess that all depends on your appetite.

For a little extra zip, I added a little horseradish to the green onion mayo. Delish!

Italian Loaf with Turkey, White Cheddar and Cranberry Sauce
-recipe from Williams-Sonoma Thanksgiving Entertaining

Ciabatta or focaccia makes an ideal backdrop for this flavorful sandwich, prepared with leftover roast turkey (and cranberry sauce, if you have it). Using a whole loaf makes quick work of serving a crowd. It is best assembled at least 1 hour ahead so it can be ready well before your guests arrive.

1 cup mayonnaise
4 green onions, including tender green tops, minced
1 loaf ciabatta, about 6 inches wide and 12 to 14 inches long
1 jar whole-berry cranberry sauce
3/4 to 1 lb. sliced roast turkey breast
1/4 lb. sliced white cheddar cheese
3 cups arugula

In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and green onions, mixing well. Cut the ciabatta in half horizontally and spread the cut sides with the mayonnaise mixture. Spread one side of the bread with the cranberry sauce. Top with the turkey, cheese and arugula. Cover with the other bread half. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to mingle and to hold the loaf together for easy slicing.

To serve, cut the loaf into slices 2 inches wide, or place on a wooden cutting board and allow guests to slice and serve the sandwich themselves. Serves 6 to 8.

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Friday Turkey Vegetable Soup 101

November 23rd, 2011 by andrea | No Comments | Filed in Main Dish, Recipes, Soup/Stew, Thanksgiving, Turkey

I love Thanksgiving leftovers, especially when I turn them into an entirely different meal…it’s my favorite part of the whole Thanksgiving dinner. This recipe for Friday Turkey-Vegetable Soup is a good, basic soup for using the turkey carcass and some leftover turkey.

For the soup base, I started with 4 quarts of water, let  it simmer for 4 hours, and ended up with about 7 cups of broth. I added a little more water and about 2 cups of leftover gravy.

For the actual soup, I followed the recipe but used only half a large turnip (a little goes a long way). I also added a small amount of egg noodles to make it a bit heartier, letting the noodles cook in the simmering broth. Garnish each serving with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Friday Turkey Vegetable Soup 101
-recipe from Thanksgiving 101 by Rick Rodgers

Makes 8 to 12 servings
  
The most common way of making leftover turkey soup is to toss the carcass and vegetables into a pot and simmer with water until the broth is flavorful. That’s a good beginning, but the flavor is also cooked out of the turkey meat and vegetables (and you have to look out for little pieces of bone in your soup). It’s a better idea to treat this broth as the first step in the soup-making process. Freeze the soup in one-pint containers for those winter days when homemade turkey soup is just what the doctor orders.

For the Soup Base:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 medium celery rib with leaves, chopped
1 turkey carcass, chopped into large pieces (about 3 inches square), with edible meat removed and reserved
4 parsley sprigs
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns

For the Soup:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium celery ribs with leaves, chopped
1 medium turnip, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Friday Turkey Soup Base (recipe above)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 cups bite-size pieces cooked turkey (about 1 pound)
Salt and freshly milled black pepper
 
TO MAKE THE SOUP BASE:
In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the turkey carcass. Pour in enough cold water (about 3 quarts) to cover the carcass by at least 1 inch. Make sure to use cold water to make your broth: it will draw more flavor from the ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.

Add the parsley, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Don’t be afraid to add enough salt. Reduce the heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, adding more water as needed to keep the carcass covered, until the broth is well flavored, at least 2 and up to 4 hours.

Place a colander over a large bowl or pot. Pour the soup base through the colander, and discard the solids. Let the base stand for 5 minutes, then skim any clear fat from the surface. Add enough water to make 2 quarts soup base; or, return to the pot and boil over high heat until reduced to 2 quarts. (The soup base can be frozen for up to 3 months. Cool completely, then store in airtight containers.)

TO MAKE THE SOUP:
In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, turnip, and garlic, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden, about 6 minutes. Add the soup base and parsley and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. To thicken and enhance the color and flavor of the soup, stir cold gravy into the soup to taste during the last 10 minutes of simmering. During the last 5 minutes, stir in the turkey. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Serve hot. (The soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Cool completely and store in airtight containers.)

Variations:
Amish Turkey-Vegetable Soup: Substitute 2 boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes, for the turnip, and add during the last 20 minutes of simmering. During the last 10 minutes, add 8 ounces dried wide egg noodles, and cook until tender. Season the soup with 1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads, or more to taste.
Italian Egg Drop Soup: Mix 2 large eggs and 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg. After adding the turkey to the soup, stirring constantly, add the egg mixture. Simmer until the egg mixture forms tiny flakes.

Tips for making the soup:

  • Even if you don’t want to turn the turkey carcass into a soup, make the soup base anyway and freeze to substitute for chicken broth in other recipes.
  • Trim all the edible meat from the turkey carcass. Cooked turkey should be added to the finished soup just before serving to heat through. If overcooked, it will be flavorless and tough.
  • If there are bits of stuffing in the carcass crevices, leave them alone — the bread will dissolve into the broth and thicken it slightly. However, if the stuffing includes flavors that would not compliment the broth (such as rice, fruit or nuts), rinse the stuffing off the carcass under cold running water.
  • The carcass should be chopped into large pieces (3 inches square or so), to enable the bones to release more flavor into the broth. Also, it takes too much water to cover a whole carcass, resulting in a weak, watery broth. A heavy cleaver works best, but if you don’t have one, use your hands to break up the carcass into manageable pieces. Of course, add any extraneous (drumstick or thigh) bones and skin to the pot too.
    Sauteing the vegetables gives them more flavor. But don’t overdo the vegetables for the sup base — let the turkey flavor come through.
  • Use cold water to make your broth. It will take longer to come to a simmer, but it will draw more flavor from the ingredients. If you have any leftover turkey stock from your Thanksgiving turkey, use it in place of some of the water.
  • Allow the broth to come to a simmer and skim off the foam before adding the seasonings. If you add the seasonings at the beginning, they’ll float to the top and be skimmed off with the foam.
  • While a stock is unsalted because it is going to be used in sauces that may be reduced, a soup broth base should be salted. Don’t be afraid to add enough salt–it make the difference between a well-flavored soup and a bland one.
  • If your turkey soup base tastes weak even after seasoning, it is perfectly fine to bolster it with canned chicken broth or bouillon cubes.
  • Use a cheesecloth- or kitchen towel-lined colander to strain the solids from the broth. It’s hard to clean the solids froma  wire sieve, and most are too small to strain out the large bones anyway.
  • Leftover gravy will thicken and enhance the color and flavor of any soup. Stir cold gravy into the soup (not the soup base) to taste during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
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Smoked Turkey Reubens

May 25th, 2011 by andrea | 1 Comment | Filed in Quick Cooking, Recipes, Sandwich, Snack, Turkey

I love twists on classic recipes and I love a good sandwich. This recipe for Smoked Turkey Reubens is perfect for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

The sandwich substitutes a quick slaw (cabbage, pickles, dressing) for the sauerkraut, smoked turkey for the corned beef or pastrami, and hearty whole wheat bread for rye. A flavorful, homemade thousand island-style dressing pulls the whole sandwich together. If you’ve got a panini grill, use it. Otherwise, grilling it in the pan works great, too. I forgot to weigh the sandwiches down while grilling them and they still turned out fine. Serve with fresh or pickled veggies or green salad. Enjoy!

Smoked Turkey Reubens
-recipe from Fine Cooking Magazine (Dec. 2008) 

In this update on the classic, smoked turkey stands in for corned beef, while a fresh slaw and sun-dried tomato mayo take the place of sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing. Serves 4.

2 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 4 oz.)
3/4 cup julienned kosher dill pickle (from 1 large)
2 tsp. cider vinegar
Kosher salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 Tbs. ketchup
8 slices whole wheat bread
12 thin slices smoked turkey
8 thin slices Swiss cheese
2 Tbs. unsalted butter, softened

In a medium bowl, toss the cabbage and pickles with the vinegar and 1/2 tsp. salt. Transfer to a colander, set it in the sink, and let sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, pulse the mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, and ketchup in a food processor until the tomatoes are finely chopped.

Squeeze the cabbage mixture to remove any excess liquid and return to the bowl. Toss the cabbage with 2 Tbs. of the mayonnaise.

Spread the remaining mayonnaise on one side of each slice of the bread. Assemble the sandwiches, layering the turkey, cabbage, and cheese over 4 slices of the bread and topping with the other 4 slices. Spread the outsides of the sandwiches with the butter.

Heat a large grill pan, skillet, or stovetop griddle over medium-low heat. Working in batches if necessary, put the sandwiches in the pan, top with a grill press or heavy skillet to weigh them down, and cook until browned, 2 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until browned and the cheese is melted, 2 to 4 minutes more. Cut the sandwiches in half and serve.

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Turkey or Pork Fried Rice

April 28th, 2011 by andrea | 2 Comments | Filed in Asian, Main Dish, Quick Cooking, Recipes, Rice, Turkey

We love fried rice in our house. Not only do you get all the food groups in one dish (protein, carbs, veggies), it’s also super quick and easy to make.

I used ground turkey instead of ground pork and it worked great! It’s important to use cold leftover rice because freshly-made rice will turn into a mushy mess…and nobody wants to eat that! Serve with your favorite Asian hot sauce. Enjoy!

Pork (or Turkey) Fried Rice
-recipe from Martha Stewart Everyday Food

Keep leftover rice on hand to whip up this one-pot dish. It’s an economical, tasty supper that’s faster than takeout. Leftover cooked rice is perfect in this dish because it won’t stick together in the skillet. For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for the pork. Serves 4.

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 bunch scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
1/2 pound ground pork
2 carrots, shredded
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 cups cooked white rice (about 3/4 cup uncooked rice)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar

In a wok or large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over high. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, lightly beat eggs with 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce to combine. Add eggs to wok and swirl to coat bottom of pan. Cook, without stirring, until almost set, 1 minute, then fold in thirds with a spatula. Transfer cooked eggs to a work surface and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.

Add 1 tablespoon oil to wok and swirl to coat. Add garlic, ginger, and scallion whites and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add pork and cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add carrots, peas, and rice and stir to combine. Add cooked egg, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and vinegar and cook, stirring constantly, until rice is coated, about 1 minute. Let cook, undisturbed, until warm, about 1 minute. Top with scallion greens and serve.

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Asian Turkey Meatballs with Carrot Rice

January 27th, 2011 by andrea | 7 Comments | Filed in Asian, Main Dish, Quick Cooking, Recipes, Rice, Turkey

Fast and flavorful, these Asian-inspired turkey meatballs are made with basic ingredients and are perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs can even be made ahead and frozen, which is always a bonus for the busy cook!  

Both my kids loved the turkey meatballs, even my Picky Eater (alert the media!). I used 3 teaspoons of Sriracha in the meatballs (instead of 4 teaspoons) and they had a good amount of heat. My Picky Eater said they were kind of spicy but he still cleaned his plate without being asked to. Use less hot pepper sauce if you want a milder meatball. The recipe suggests using Sriracha, a Thai hot sauce that can be found in many grocery stores in the Asian foods section. It’s a must-have condiment for Asian cooking. The fish sauce is also a popular Asian condiment and is used in Asian many dishes (Pad Thai, for instance).  

When forming the meatballs, try to make them the same size so they cook evenly. If they’re different sizes, some will be overcooked while some are undercooked. To serve, squeeze a little lime over the finished meatballs and carrot rice for a fresh burst of flavor (soy sauce optional). Enjoy! 

Asian Turkey Meatballs with Carrot Rice
-recipe from MarthaStewart.com

This dish is simple, quick, and packed with flavor — exactly what you want on a busy night. Make ahead: Freeze cooked meatballs in a single layer, then store in freezer bags, up to 3 months. Serves 4.

Coarse salt
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 carrot, shredded
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1 1/2 pounds ground dark-meat turkey or ground pork
3 scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
4 teaspoons fish sauce
4 teaspoons hot-pepper sauce (preferably Sriracha) – use less for mild meatballs
4 teaspoons sugar
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Lime wedges, for serving

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups salted water to a boil. Add rice, stir, and return to a boil. Cover, reduce to a simmer, and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and top with carrot. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes, then stir in carrot and fluff rice with a fork.
 
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs and 3 tablespoons water. Let stand 5 minutes. Add turkey, scallion whites, cilantro, fish sauce, hot-pepper sauce, sugar, garlic, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Gently mix to combine and form into 12 meatballs.
 
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high. In batches, brown meatballs on all sides, 10 minutes total (add up to 1 teaspoon oil as needed). Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and bake until cooked through, 10 minutes. Serve meatballs with rice, scallion greens, and lime wedges.
 
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