Turkey Congee With Crispy Shiitake Mushrooms

Ingredients for Turkey Congee With Crispy Shiitake Mushrooms

• 1 (3–4-pound) turkey carcass

• 1 medium onion, unpeeled, quartered

• 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced

• 1 (2-inch) piece cinnamon, whacked into pieces

• 1 star anise pod

• 90g long-grain rice, rinsed well

• Kosher salt

• 45ml vegetable oil

• 170g shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, thinly sliced

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Coriander leaves with tender stems and chilli oil (for serving)

How to make Turkey Congee With Crispy Shiitake Mushrooms

Bring turkey, onion, ginger, cinnamon, star anise, and 3350ml cold water to a boil in a large heavy pot. Reduce heat and simmer gently, turning turkey over halfway through, until liquid is reduced to 1925ml , 50–65 minutes. Discard carcass; strain stock through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium saucepan.

Add rice to stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until soup begins to thicken, 35–45 minutes (make sure to stir the bottom of pot to prevent rice from sticking). Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until rice begins to break into smaller pieces and mixture resembles the consistency of oatmeal, 10–15 minutes longer; season congee with salt.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Cook mushrooms, tossing occasionally, until browned and crisp, 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and add soy sauce; season generously with pepper.

Divide congee among bowls. Top with crispy mushrooms and coriander and drizzle with chilli oil.

Disclaimer

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