ROAST WILD TURKEY WITH BLUE CORNBREAD-SHRIMP STUFFING

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Roast Wild Turkey with Blue Cornbread-Shrimp Stuffing image

Provided by Stephan Pyles

Categories     Garlic     Onion     turkey     Roast     Thanksgiving     Cornmeal     Shrimp     Whiskey     Hot Pepper

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound medium shrimp - shelled and deveined
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced carrot
4 serrano chiles - de-ribbed, seeded and minced
6 cloves garlic - minced
1/4 cup choppedchayote (optional)
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
1 teaspoon minced thyme
1 teaspoon minced sage
2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
8 cups coarsely crumbledblue corn bread
1/2 cup chicken stock or turkey stock
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1 wild turkey - 8 to 10 pounds
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
unsalted butter - at room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • To make the stuffing, heat the vegetable oil in a skillet and sauté the shrimp over medium heat until cooked through, about 1 minute. Let cool, dice, and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onions, celery, carrot, serranos, garlic and chayote over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Deglaze the vegetables with the bourbon and continue cooking over high heat for 1 minute or until the liquid evaporates. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the thyme, sage, cilantro, shrimp, and crumbled blue corn sticks. Moisten with the stock and season with salt. Stir to combine.
  • Wash the turkey well and season the cavity with salt and pepper. Stuff the turkey and truss with a needle and string. Rub the turkey generously with the softened butter and season the outside of the turkey with more salt and pepper.
  • Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan, cover tightly with foil, and roast in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours. Baste well with butter periodically Remove the foil in the last hour of cooking to allow the turkey to brown. When done, transfer the turkey to a platter and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Remove the string and serve the turkey with the stuffing and a gravy made from the giblets.

Khumbo Njikho
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This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but the end result was worth it. The turkey was cooked to perfection and the blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a delicious and unique twist on a classic dish. Definitely recommend!


Charlie Calvin
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Overall, this recipe was a success. The turkey was juicy and flavorful, and the blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a delicious addition. The roasting process was easy to follow and resulted in a perfectly cooked bird.


Sangam Xettri
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves wild turkey. The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing is a great way to add some extra flavor and moisture to the bird. The roasting process was simple and resulted in a perfectly cooked turkey.


A Frog On a Tree
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Not a fan. The wild turkey was tough and the blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was bland.


Ibrahim Riaz
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was too time-consuming to make, and the turkey didn't turn out as flavorful as I had hoped.


Mell Pietersen
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The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a standout! It added a delicious and unique flavor to the turkey. The turkey itself was a bit dry, but overall the dish was still enjoyable.


LOATILE
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This recipe was a great way to try something different for Thanksgiving. The wild turkey had a unique flavor that was complemented well by the blue cornbread shrimp stuffing. The roasting instructions were easy to follow and resulted in a delicious a


Hari Khadka
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The combination of wild turkey and blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was unexpected but worked really well. The turkey was tender and juicy, while the stuffing added a nice savory and slightly sweet flavor. The roasting process was easy to follow and re


anthony coulson
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I followed the recipe to the letter and the turkey turned out amazing! The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a hit with my guests, and the turkey was so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Hope Mclaren
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This recipe was a bit of a challenge, but the end result was well worth the effort. The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a bit tricky to make, but the flavors were incredible. The turkey was cooked perfectly and had a wonderful smoky flavor. Overal


Mian Muhammad Sajid
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I'm not a huge fan of wild turkey, but I have to say this recipe changed my mind. The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a game-changer, adding a delicious and moist element to the turkey. The roasting process was spot-on, resulting in a succulent an


Machado Alvaro Dennis
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This wild turkey recipe was an absolute delight! The blue cornbread shrimp stuffing was a unique and flavorful twist that elevated the dish to a whole new level. The turkey itself was roasted to perfection, with a crispy skin and tender, juicy meat.