Haitian Fried Turkey | Kodenn | Episode 68

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a more accessible citrus alternative.

parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Cilantro offers a similar fresh flavor.

turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is often less expensive and widely available.

Clean and cut up the turkey thoroughly.

Rub the Haitian spice over every piece of turkey with clean hands.

Add the halved Roma tomatoes, crushed Maggi Cube, tied thyme and parsley, and jalapeno to the turkey.

Pour in 3.5 cups of water and add salt to taste.

Set the stove to medium-high and cover to cook for 30 to 45 minutes.

Once cooked, remove the turkey pieces from the pot.

Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a pot on medium-high.

Drop the turkey pieces into the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the turkey from the oil and place on a dish lined with paper towels to drain.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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