Wild Turkey Scaloppine
Expertly prepared wild turkey recipe

Wild Turkey Scaloppine

Wild Turkey Recipe

4.2(114)

1Setup & Prepare

About This Recipe

Pounded turkey cutlets are quickly sautéed and finished with white wine, lemon, and capers for a bright, elegant dish. The pounding technique tenderizes the lean meat while the classic Italian sauce adds sophisticated flavors in just minutes.

2Ingredients

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11 ingredients total10 with images8 with substitutions

3Cooking Instructions

  1. Turkey Preparation:

    • Pound cutlets to 1/8" thickness between plastic wrap
    • Season with salt and pepper
    • Dredge lightly in flour
  2. Cooking Process:

    • Heat butter and oil in large skillet
    • Cook cutlets 2-3 minutes per side
    • Work in batches, don't overcrowd
    • Remove cutlets, keep warm
  3. Sauce Development:

    • Add wine to pan, scraping up browned bits
    • Add lemon juice and capers
    • Reduce sauce slightly
    • Return cutlets to warm through
  4. Finishing:

    • Garnish with fresh parsley
    • Serve immediately

Professional Tip: Don't overcook - turkey should remain slightly pink inside

4Chef's Notes & Pairings

Wine Pairing

Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or light Chardonnay


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