Turkey Chop Suey
Adapted from a recipe in the Casserole Cook Book, page 149.
This recipe is from a cookbook titled Casserole Cook Book by Better Homes & Gardens, printed in 1961. This is an easy recipe to prepare and is delicious. I made this on 30 Aug for the family and they loved it.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine American
- 1 can bean sprouts, (14 oz / 396 g)
- ½ cup onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups cooked turkey or chicken, diced, canned - drained
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- ⅔ cup water chestnuts, sliced, drained
- ½ cup turkey or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon MSG
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- hot cooked rice, for serving
Drain the bean sprouts and reserve liquid. In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the onion slices and cook until tender but not browned.
Add the turkey, celery, water chestnuts, broth, and liquid from the bean sprouts. Heat to boiling.
In a small bowl, mix together, the cornstarch, seasonings, water, and soy sauce. Stir into the turkey mixture, cook stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened.
Add the bean sprouts and heat through.
Serve over hot cooked rice, enjoy.
Low cost per serving.
Updated on 30 August 2021.