Turkey Shanks with Risotto Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 turkey shanks
• 2 cups of Arborio rice
• 5 cups of chicken broth
• 1 onion minced
• 4 garlic gloves minced
• 1 cup of dry white wine
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Season turkey shanks with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown turkey shanks for about 3 minutes per side, then remove from pot and set aside.
4. In the same pot, sauté onion, and garlic until translucent, stirring frequently (about 5 minutes).
5. Add rice and stir until coated in the onion and garlic mixture. Pour in the wine, stirring until the wine has been absorbed.
6. Add chicken broth, stirring occasionally until it’s mostly absorbed. Repeat until the rice is cooked through (about 20-25 minutes).
7. Stir in parmesan cheese, and add salt and pepper to taste.
8. Place turkey shanks on a baking tray and cook in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until its internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. Plate the risotto in a bowl and place a turkey shank on top.

Serving Suggestions

For an added touch of flavor, garnish with chopped parsley or thyme.

Verdict

This recipe is perfect for a fancy dinner. The turkey shanks are tender and flavorful, and the risotto is creamy and delicious. It’s a bit time-consuming to make, but the end result is well worth the effort.