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Fried Turkey Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich

Fried leftover turkey with all the traditional fixings and a cajun gravy aioli to top it all off with! It's the BEST way to enjoy Thanksgiving leftovers EVER.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

ingredients

Fried Turkey
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 lb leftover turkey cut into round slices approximately 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick (best time to use that leftover breast!)
  • Canola oil for frying
Sandwich
  • 4 white Kaiser rolls cut in half and toasted
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup stuffing
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
Cajun Gravy Aioli
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup gravy
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

instructions

  • To make the gravy aioli, whisk together mayonnaise, gravy, cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • In a small bowl, stir together breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and cayenne. In a separate small bowl lightly whisk together milk and beaten eggs. Set aside.
  • In a medium heavy saucepan, heat approximately 5 inches of canola oil over medium heat until the oil reaches 350°F.
  • To fry the turkey, dredge each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, then the egg mixture, and then the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Add the turkey pieces, frying about 4 to 5 at a time, for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a sheet pan lined with paper towels.
  • To assemble the sandwiches, spread a layer of mashed potatoes on the bottom half of each roll. Top with a layer of stuffing, and then a layer of cranberry sauce. Add 2 to 3 pieces of fried turkey on top and then add a few pieces of fresh kale.
  • To finish, spread the top halves of the rolls with the cajun gravy aioli. Top the sandwich and serve.
Category: Holiday