Name: turkey neck recipe
Prep time: 2 h 40 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 50 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: – 2 to 4 pounds turkey necks, thoroughly cleaned and trimmed of excess fat; – 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or substitute with a blend of 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning, 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons paprika); – 2 teaspoons onion powder; – 2 teaspoons garlic powder; – 1 teaspoon browning sauce (optional, for color and added flavor); – 1/3 cup vegetable oil or olive oil; – 1/2 cup all-purpose flour to make the roux for gravy; – 1 diced onion (approximately 3/4 cup); – 1 diced bell pepper (approximately 1/4 cup); – 1/4 cup chopped celery (optional, for extra depth); – 4 cups chicken or turkey stock (or substitute one quart chicken broth and one quart water when doubling); – 1 to 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional, adds tanginess); – Salt and pepper to taste

Description

🍗 Experience the rich flavors of Southern comfort food with tender, slow-cooked turkey necks smothered in savory gravy.
🍲 This dish is perfect for those seeking a hearty and flavorful meal that’s deeply satisfying and full of tradition.

Ingredients

– 2 to 4 pounds turkey necks, thoroughly cleaned and trimmed of excess fat

– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or substitute with a blend of 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning, 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons paprika)

– 2 teaspoons onion powder

– 2 teaspoons garlic powder

– 1 teaspoon browning sauce (optional, for color and added flavor)

– 1/3 cup vegetable oil or olive oil

– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour to make the roux for gravy

– 1 diced onion (approximately 3/4 cup)

– 1 diced bell pepper (approximately 1/4 cup)

– 1/4 cup chopped celery (optional, for extra depth)

– 4 cups chicken or turkey stock (or substitute one quart chicken broth and one quart water when doubling)

– 1 to 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional, adds tanginess)

– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.

Step 3: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until just blended.

Step 5: Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

Step 6: Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.

Notes

🔥 Browning the turkey necks before simmering develops deep, caramelized flavors that enrich the gravy.
⏲️ Slow cooking at low heat makes the meat incredibly tender and allows flavors to meld.
🧼 Properly cleaning and removing excess fat from turkey necks improves the texture and overall taste.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Simmering time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmering, Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup turkey neck with gravy)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 480 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg

Keywords: Turkey Neck, Southern Cooking, Slow Cooked, Smothered