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Braised Turkey with harissa

The kind of Moroccan plate you make on repeat. harissa, a proper braise, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.6 from 917 cooks
Prep25 min
Cook90 min
Serves2
LevelAdvanced
Free to cook
Braised Turkey with harissa
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the harissa elements, and pat the turkey dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the turkey. Lower the heat, cover, and braise gently until everything is meltingly tender.

Stir in the harissa and the rest of the harissa flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red onion along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Finish with the chopped parsley and serve while hot.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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