Wild Turkey Milanese with Mixed Greens & Flavored Balsamic Reduction

Wild Turkey Milanese with Mixed Greens & Flavored Balsamic Reduction

This dish features crispy, golden-brown wild turkey cutlets served with a refreshing mixed greens salad and a flavorful balsamic reduction.

Ingredients

For the Turkey Milanese:

• 2 wild turkey breasts, pounded to about ¼-inch thickness
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or Italian-style breadcrumbs)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ¼ cup garlic & roasted chili olive oil (or butter olive oil for a milder taste)

For the Mixed Greens Salad:

• 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale, etc.)
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup shaved Parmesan or crumbled feta (optional)
• ¼ cup lemon olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Balsamic Reduction:

• ½ cup blackberry balsamic vinegar (or fig, pomegranate, or classic balsamic)
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter (or substitute with olive oil for dairy-free)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Balsamic Reduction

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blackberry balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce until the mixture thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and whisk in butter or olive oil. Set aside.

Step 2: Bread and Cook the Turkey Milanese

1. Set up a breading station:
   • Bowl 1: Flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano.
   • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs.
   • Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
2. Dredge each turkey cutlet in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with the panko-Parmesan mixture.
3. Heat garlic & roasted chili olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the breaded turkey cutlets for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

1. In a large bowl, toss mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with lemon olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Top with shaved Parmesan or crumbled feta, if using.

Step 4: Serve

1. Plate the turkey Milanese with a portion of the mixed greens salad.
2. Drizzle the turkey with the blackberry balsamic reduction for a sweet-savory finish.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!