adfree-recipe

We use cookies

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. For more information on how we use cookies, please see our cookie policy.

By clicking "Accept", you agree to our use of cookies.
Our cookie policy.

Roast turkey with crispy topping
0 Likes
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
150 minutes
Total Time:
170 minutes
Savor a succulent roast turkey with a crispy topping, paired with tasty stir-fried Brussels sprouts for a delightful roast dinner experience.
Ingredients:
  • 4kg free range turkey
  • 50g butter, at room temperature
  • 2 lemons (1 quartered, zest grated, and juice of 1)
  • 6 cloves garlic (4 halved, 2 chopped)
  • 125.00 ml parsley sprigs
  • 1/ 62.50 ml chopped parsley
  • 56.88 gm olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 500.00 ml fresh breadcrumbs
  • 125.00 ml dried cranberries (craisins)
  • 40.00 ml pine nuts, toasted
  • 20.00 ml thyme leaves, chopped
  • Bay leaves (or fresh parsley sprigs), to garnish
  • Thyme, to garnish
  • Brussels sprouts, to serve (see notes)
Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to a toasty 180C or 160C for fan-forced ovens. Give your turkey a quick rinse, then gently pat it dry with some kitchen paper.
  • Gently slide butter under the turkey skin. Stuff the cavity with lemon quarters, halved garlic, and parsley. Secure the cavity and tie the legs. Brush with oil, season generously, cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour on a rack in a baking pan.
  • Uncover and continue baking for another 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the juices run clear when a skewer is inserted into the thickest part of the turkey. Allow the turkey to rest for 10 minutes.
  • In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the onion in the remaining oil for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the breadcrumbs and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden. Remove from heat and add the chopped parsley, zest and juice, craisins, pine nuts, and chopped thyme. Season well and mix everything together.
  • Present the carved turkey adorned with aromatic bay leaves and sprigs of thyme, alongside a side of crispy breadcrumbs and savory gravy. Serve with roasted Brussels sprouts.

Similar Recipes