Faux Swiss Steak

with Ground Turkey Patties

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Meats American Easy
Faux Swiss Steak
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This delicious recipe puts a healthy spin on the classic Swiss Steak by swapping out the traditional beef for flavorful and lean ground turkey patties. You'll enjoy the same savory flavors and tender texture you love but with a lighter touch. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal and will surely please the whole family.

What You Will Need

Ingredients

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup chopped yellow onion or 1 tbsp dried onion flakes
  • 1 small to medium-sized green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small stock of celery, chopped
  • 4 oz white mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 clove, garlic, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with the liquid
  • 1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup of broth made with 1 tsp of Better than Bullion paste and 1 cup of water.
  • 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/8 tsp celery seed, ground
  • tbsp olive oil for sauteing

The Process

Prepare the Ground Turkey Patties according to the recipe for "Faux Ground Beef."

  • Form into four equal-sized patties (about 1/2 inch thick). You can use a dull butter knife to make criss-cross marks on each patty to resemble traditional Swiss Steak. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the sauce.

Make the Sauce:

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
    • Add chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes.
    • Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook and stir until mushrooms are tender and release their liquid, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Stir in diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, broth, thyme, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Cook the Turkey Patties:

        • Lightly oil a large skillet. Add the turkey patties to the skillet and cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Important: Since turkey cooks faster than beef, ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Combine and Serve:

        • Pour the simmering sauce over the cooked turkey patties in the skillet. Heat gently until the sauce is bubbly and the patties are warmed through.
        • Serve immediately with a generous portion of mashed potatoes.

Tips & Variations:

        • Serve with a side of steamed green beans or a simple salad for a complete meal. 
        • You can use different types of mushrooms, such as cremini or shiitake, for added flavor.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy "Faux Swiss Steak"!