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Mary Berry Leftover Turkey Curry Recipe

Mary Berry Leftover Turkey Curry
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Mary Berry’s leftover turkey curry is a British-style curry made with pre-cooked turkey, onions, mild spices, and a creamy sauce. Unlike heavily spiced curries, this version focuses on warmth and balance rather than heat. Because the turkey is already cooked, it is added near the end so it stays tender and does not dry out.

Ingredients

  • Cooked turkey – 500 g, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Onion – 1 large, finely chopped

  • Garlic cloves – 2, crushed

  • Mild curry powder – 2 teaspoons

  • Plain flour – 1 tablespoon

  • Chicken or turkey stock – 400 ml

  • Double cream – 150 ml

  • Unsalted butter – 25 g

  • Olive oil – 1 tablespoon

  • Salt – to taste

  • Black pepper – to taste

Instructions

  • Soften the onion – Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pan over low heat. Add the chopped onion and cook gently for 5–7 minutes until soft but not browned.

  • Add garlic and spice – Stir in the crushed garlic and curry powder, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • Create the sauce base – Sprinkle over the flour and stir well, cooking for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.

  • Add the stock gradually – Pour in the stock a little at a time, stirring constantly to form a smooth sauce.

  • Simmer gently – Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes until slightly thickened.

  • Add the turkey – Stir in the cooked turkey pieces and heat through gently for 5–6 minutes.

  • Finish with cream – Lower the heat and stir in the cream, seasoning with salt and black pepper.

  • Serve warm – Remove from the heat once hot through, avoiding boiling to keep the turkey tender.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-leftover-turkey-curry/