Leftover Turkey Soup Recipe Uk

This leftover turkey soup is a quick and easy way to use up your turkey after a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal. It’s packed with flavorful ingredients like red pepper, chickpeas, and rice, all simmered in a tasty turkey or chicken stock.

With a little spice from chilli flakes and a warm, comforting broth, this soup is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Plus, it’s a great way to avoid food waste!

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, halved and sliced into thin strips
• 1 red pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• ¼ – ½ teaspoon chilli flakes
• 3 tablespoons basmati or long-grain rice
• 1.5 litres of hot turkey or chicken stock
• 250g leftover turkey meat, cut into thin strips (leg meat has the most flavour)
• 410g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• A handful of fresh coriander or flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

How To Make This Leftover Turkey Soup:

1. Sauté the Onion: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and fry for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it begins to soften.
2. Add Peppers and Spices: Add the sliced red pepper, ground coriander, chilli flakes, and rice to the pan. Stir everything together for about a minute.
3. Add Stock and Turkey: Pour in the hot turkey or chicken stock. Stir in the turkey strips and chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a boil, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the rice and vegetables are tender.
4. Add Herbs: If using, stir in fresh coriander or parsley just before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use leftover turkey for rich flavor: Leftover turkey, especially leg meat, has a deeper flavor and works best in this soup.
• Don’t overcook the rice: Add the rice at the right time and don’t overcook it, or it will become mushy.
• Roast your own red pepper: For extra flavor, you can roast the red pepper before adding it to the soup.
• Adjust the spice level: If you don’t like it too spicy, reduce the chilli flakes, or add more for extra heat.
• Blend half for a thicker texture: If you like a thicker soup, blend half of the soup and leave the rest chunky.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

Storing in the Fridge: Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezing: Once cooled, freeze the soup in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating: Reheat the soup on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it’s heated through. If the soup thickens after storage, add a little water or stock to thin it.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 291 kcal
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Sugars: 0g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 27g
• Salt: 1.78g

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