So Christmas has come and gone, but you’re left dealing with (what feels like) unending containers of turkey from the last family feast. If the thought of having to cook and consume leftovers for the next few days is making you queasy, we’re here to show you that there are plenty of yummy ways to transform day-old turkey into something amazing.
But first, how long can you keep cooked turkey for?
If it’s kept in the fridge, you can still consume cooked turkey up to three or four days. Always remember to heat up leftover turkey until it’s piping hot all the way through, and never reheat more than once.
Creative recipes with leftover turkey
If you have containers of dry turkey meat left from your festive feast, don’t fret. From stirfried turkey noodles to turkey pastries, there are so many delicious ways to finish up the bird without making the family dread having leftovers for days. (Psst, you can replace turkey with chicken, too!)
Check out our top 10 leftover turkey recipes below:
Got a new year gathering this weekend? Just buy some ready-made vol-au-vent pastry shells and fill them with this easy turkey and mushroom filling. Low effort, maximum taste and style.
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Got extra cranberry sauce too? Use it all up with this mini quiche recipe that calls for just seven ingredients. Make 12 of these babies in under than hour!
Turn leftover turkey into a delicious starter for your next party with this yummy recipe. Simply chop up the turkey into small pieces and mix with mayonnaise, parsley, nuts, celery, mustard and lemon to make a tasty filling.
This hearty and flavoursome Mexican-inspired bake is perfect as a one-dish weeknight meal, or to serve up at a gathering. Serve it with a side of salsa, sour cream and salad.
Want to go light on the carbs? Consider making this toothsome curry dish with minced turkey and gut-friendly yoghurt to help ease some of that post-feast bloating.
Fried noodles can go with almost anything. Besides minced turkey, you can throw in leftover vegetables, nuts and beans too.
Transform turkey breasts into delicious schnitzels sandwiched between soft white burger rolls, along with bacon, brie and avocado.
Make it pizza night with this cheesy tomato-based pizza that the kids will help you polish off in no time. Just use ready-made pizza bases to save time.
Bursting with flavour, these turkey and veggie parcels are a great way to elevate your leftovers. And you can make this in just 40 minutes, too!
Savour this healthy soba stir-fry that uses lean turkey breast meat instead of pork. It’s also suitable for those with diabetes.