Turkey Osso Buco
Turkey Osso Buco is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPut oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
Pat turkey legs dry.
Stir together flour, salt, and pepper, then dredge 1 leg in flour mixture, knocking off excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown leg, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes, and transfer to a large (17- by 12-inch) roasting pan.
Meanwhile, dredge another leg.
Continue to prepare, brown, and transfer legs in same manner, adding up to 4 tablespoons oil to skillet as needed.
Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet, then add onion and anchovies and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until onion is golden and anchovies are dissolved, 7 to 8 minutes.
Add wine and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes, then stir in broth and tomatoes with their juice.
Pour liquid over turkey legs and cover surface with a sheet of parchment paper, then tightly cover pan with foil.
Transfer to oven and braise until meat is very tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
Transfer legs to a cutting board and cut them into thigh and drumstick portions, then transfer to a deep platter.
Skim off fat from sauce.
If sauce measures more than 3 cups, boil until reduced.
Season sauce with salt and pepper and pour over turkey.
Stir together garlic, parsley, and zests and sprinkle over turkey just before serving.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.