Delicious Turkey Soup with Deep Fried Stuffing Balls

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Delicious Turkey Soup with Deep Fried Stuffing Balls
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 13, 2024

This delicious turkey soup with deep fried stuffing balls is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. The tender chunks of turkey, flavorful vegetables, and crispy stuffing balls create a hearty and satisfying soup that will warm you from the inside out. The combination of traditional turkey flavors with a fun twist of deep fried stuffing balls makes this soup a standout dish. It's easy to prepare and will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked turkey, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups turkey or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups leftover stuffing
  • Oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the shredded turkey, turkey or chicken broth, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  4. While the soup is simmering, prepare the deep fried stuffing balls. In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, eggs, and leftover stuffing until well combined.
  5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pot until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  6. Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, form the stuffing mixture into small balls and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the stuffing balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Once the soup has finished simmering, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve the delicious turkey soup in bowls and garnish with a few deep fried stuffing balls on top. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
  • The deep fried stuffing balls add a unique and tasty twist to the traditional turkey soup.
  • You can customize the flavors of the stuffing balls by adding additional herbs or spices.