Turkey and Bacon Bites
Category: Main Dishes
Servings: 20
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Turkey breast | 500g |
| Smoked bacon | 40 slices |
| Sage leaves | 30 |
| Mustard | 50g |
| Red wine | 30ml |
| Butter | 20g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | To taste |
| Fine salt | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Turkey: Begin by cutting the turkey breast into even bite-sized chunks, approximately 1 cm thick. These will be your turkey bites.
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Prepare the Other Ingredients: On a cutting board, prepare the remaining ingredients. Slice the smoked bacon and place a sage leaf on each slice. Set aside. Also, prepare the mustard and clean the sage leaves, ready for use in the recipe.
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Wrap the Turkey: Take each piece of turkey and wrap it with two slices of smoked bacon. Ensure that each piece is fully wrapped, securing it tightly to create a neat, bite-sized package. Repeat this process until all pieces of turkey are wrapped in bacon.
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Cook the Turkey and Bacon Bites: In a non-stick pan, add the butter and melt it over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add a splash of extra virgin olive oil to prevent the butter from burning. Toss in about ten sage leaves and let them crisp up for 1-2 minutes, infusing the oil and butter with their flavor.
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Fry the Bites: Add the turkey and bacon bites to the pan and cook them on high heat for about 10 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure they are well-browned on all sides. You want the bacon to crisp and the turkey to cook through completely.
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Season and Serve: Taste the turkey bites and add salt if needed, but be mindful of the bacon’s saltiness. Once they are golden and cooked through, your Turkey and Bacon Bites are ready to be served!
These savory and juicy turkey bites wrapped in smoky bacon, accented with the earthiness of sage, make for a delightful and satisfying dish. Pair them with a light salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will impress your guests. Enjoy!
