Recipe

Turkey Mrouzia with California Raisins

by: Chef Rafih Benjelloun

Turkey stew with unique Mediterranean flavors.

Details

Serves: 12

INGREDIENTS

1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 small to medium-size turkey (6 to 8 lbs), cut into parts
3 large onions, divided
1/4 lb. butter
3 c. water
2 tbsp. ground ginger
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
3 or 4 bay leaves
A large pinch of ground cloves
A few strands of saffron, presoaked in warm water
Salt; to taste
1-1/2 c. California raisins
1/2 c. honey

1/4 c. blanched almonds, toasted
2 tbsp. sesame seeds

PROCEDURE

In large pot, heat oil; add and brown turkey. Dice 1 onion and add to pot along with butter, water, spices and salt to taste, stirring constantly. Cover and cook 35 to 40 minutes. Remove turkey from pot when done; set aside. Then, thinly slice remaining 2 onions and add to pot along with raisins; stir well and continue to cook 10 minutes more. Stir in honey; reduce heat to medium and cook a few minutes longer. Return turkey to pot and simmer another 10 minutes to reduce sauce and heat through.

To serve, arrange turkey pieces in center of large platter; spoon sauce over and garnish with plumped and drained raisins, toasted almonds, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories 680(35% from fat); Total Fat 26g (sat 10g, mono 8g, poly 5g); Cholesterol 220mg; Protein 80g; Carbohydrates 30g; Fiber 2g; Iron 6mg; Sodium 320mg; Calcium 101mg

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