Description
This Turkey Thigh Confit in Schmaltz is a delicious way to enjoy tender and flavorful turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 turkey thighs
- 1 cup schmaltz (rendered chicken fat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (121°C).
- In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, place the turkey thighs skin-side up.
- In a bowl, mix together the schmaltz, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the schmaltz mixture over the turkey thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Cover the pot and place it in the oven.
- Cook for about 4 hours or until the turkey is tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the confit sit in the schmaltz for a few days in the refrigerator to enhance the flavor.
- This dish can be served cold or reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Confit
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: turkey, confit, schmaltz, easy recipe