Jamaican Turkey Neck
Description
This Jamaican turkey neck recipe brings warmth and zest to your table, transforming humble ingredients into a hearty, nutritious meal. Low in fat and high in lean protein, it's perfect for both the health-conscious and adventurous eaters.Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Cooking Steps
-
Prepare the Ingredients
In a large bowl, coat turkey necks with jerk seasoning, ensuring each piece is well-covered. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Marinating longer enhances the flavor. -
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until onions are translucent.
Ensure onions are soft to bring out sweetness. -
Combine Ingredients
Place the sautéed onions and garlic in a slow cooker. Add the marinated turkey necks, chicken broth, thyme, and soy sauce.
Ensure turkey necks are completely submerged in the broth. -
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the turkey is tender.
Check occasionally, adjusting seasoning if needed. -
Rest and Serve
Allow the dish to rest for 10 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme if desired.
Yields 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5gg8%
- Saturated Fat 1gg5%
- Trans Fat 0gg
- Cholesterol 100mgmg34%
- Sodium 700mgmg30%
- Potassium 320mgmg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 8gg3%
- Dietary Fiber 2gg8%
- Sugars 2gg
- Protein 55gg111%
- Vitamin A 100IU IU
- Vitamin C 10mg mg
- Calcium 50mg mg
- Iron 3mg mg
- Vitamin D 0IU IU
- Vitamin E 2mg IU
- Vitamin K 11mcg mcg
- Thiamin 0.1mg mg
- Riboflavin 0.2mg mg
- Niacin 5mg mg
- Vitamin B6 0.8mg mg
- Folate 20mcg mcg
- Vitamin B12 3mcg mcg
- Biotin 3mcg mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 1mg mg
- Phosphorus 290mg mg
- Iodine 10mcg mcg
- Magnesium 45mg mg
- Zinc 4mg mg
- Selenium 40mcg mcg
- Copper 0.3mg mg
- Manganese 0.5mg mg
- Chromium 0mcg mcg
- Molybdenum 5mcg mcg
- Chloride 720mg mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Adjust spices to taste. Serve with rice or bread for a complete meal.
Jamaican, turkey neck, slow cooker, comfort food, lean protein
