Spicy turkey with aromatic couscous
Description
Couscous is very convenient as a side dish. This grain readily absorbs any additions—from spicy to sweet—and pairs well with a wide variety of flavors. Its uses are limited only by your imagination.
Instructions
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Step 1
You can choose a spice mix to your taste or use a ready-made one. I mix rosemary, celery leaves, basil, and parsley in equal proportions, adding chili flakes and whole black peppercorns. This time I also added some smoked paprika. Combine the spices with oil, salt, and syrup to form a paste-like mixture.
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Step 2
Rinse the turkey pieces and dry them well. Rub the meat thoroughly with the spice mixture, then place in the multicooker bowl.
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Step 3
Bake at 120 degrees, turning and browning on all sides. Then add a couple of tablespoons of boiling water and simmer for half an hour, or until the meat becomes tender.
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Step 4
Remove the turkey and wrap it in foil. Keep it hot.
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Step 5
Cut the apples into small pieces and slice the leek into rings.
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Step 6
Place in the remaining liquid left in the multicooker from stewing, pour with lemon juice, and add grated fresh zest. Simmer for 3 minutes.
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Step 7
Add the nuts and corn. Simmer for another 3 minutes.
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Step 8
Add the couscous and mix well. If necessary, add a little boiling water—the couscous should be well moistened, but there should not be too much excess liquid. Add a pinch of salt and mix again. Set the multicooker to the "Keep Warm" mode for 10 minutes to allow the couscous to steam thoroughly.
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Step 9
Serve the turkey with couscous and lemon slices.