Ming Tsai

Recipes

Directions

Prepare a stock pot or fryer.  Drain the brined legs and pat dry.  Add to 325 degree fryer and fry until cooked through, about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 160. You may need to fry these in batches. In the same oil fry the gaufrettes until crispy. Meanwhile, in a sauce pan, add the cranberry and lemon juice, rock candy, ginger, zest, and scallion whites; bring to a simmer and reduce by 30% until a syrup is achieved.  When legs are done, remove and season.    Roll the legs in glaze. To serve garnish with scallion greens and parsley.

* Brine method: Use sweet sea water ratio: 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup kosher salt to 1 quart water, multiply as necessary to fully submerge turkey legs in a large container. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Rinse under running water before cooking.