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A flavorful Turkey Neck Recipe featuring slow-braised turkey necks in a rich, savory broth with carrots, onions, and fresh parsley. The dish is presented in a rustic cast-iron skillet, with golden-browned turkey necks tenderly cooked to perfection. The broth is deep and aromatic, with vibrant vegetables adding a burst of color. Fresh parsley is used as a garnish, enhancing the dish’s visual appeal. Warm, natural lighting highlights the comforting and hearty essence of this home-cooked meal.

Turkey Neck Recipe

5 from 1 vote
A rich and hearty Southern-style turkey neck recipe that's full of deep flavor and comforting goodness. This soul-warming dish transforms a humble cut into a fall-off-the-bone feast the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Optional Simmer Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Turkey necks - Fresh, meaty; ask butcher for the best cuts
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil - Neutral oil preferred
  • 1 Onion - Large, chopped
  • 3 Celery stalks - Chopped with leaves if possible
  • 2 Carrots - Chopped
  • 4 Garlic cloves - Minced
  • 2 Bay leaves - Whole
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme - Or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 cups Broth - Chicken or turkey, homemade or store-bought
  • Salt and pepper - To taste
  • 3 tablespoon All-purpose flour - For gravy
  • 1 cup Broth or water - To adjust gravy consistency
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder - For gravy
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder - For gravy

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven (Or any heavy-bottomed large pot with lid)
  • Sharp knife (For chopping vegetables)
  • Tongs (For turning and handling turkey necks)
  • Wooden spoon (Or heat-safe spatula for stirring)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the turkey necks dry, season generously with salt and pepper, and brown them thoroughly on all sides to develop deep flavor.
  2. Sauté onions, celery, carrots, and garlic until softened and aromatic, then stir in flour and cook to form a rich roux.
  3. Return turkey necks to the pot, add bay leaves, thyme, and broth, then cover and simmer slowly until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
  4. Remove the turkey necks, adjust the seasoning, and simmer the liquid into a thick, flavorful gravy with onion and garlic powder.
  5. Return the necks to the pot, coat them in the gravy, and serve hot with your favorite Southern side dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 36gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 7500IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 3.2mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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