Juicy Oven-Baked Turkey

A turkey that is rosy on the outside and juicy on the inside for your table. This turkey is a great treat for the whole family. Prepare it for New Year or Christmas, or just for dinner. Thanks to the marinade, the turkey acquires a special taste, and the meat remains tender and juicy.
cook time: 4h
Ethan Rowley
Juicy Oven-Baked Turkey

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

156
Calories
8g
Fat
1g
Carbs
19g
Protein

Ingredients (6 portions)

Basic:

Salt 1 tsp
Ground black pepper 1 tsp
Ground coriander 1 tsp
Cinnamon 1 tsp
Turkey 1 pc
Bulb onions 0.5 pc
Red wine 200 ml
Paprika 1 tsp
Yogurt (Natural yogurt without additives. Or mayonnaise) 4 tbsp
Thyme, thyme 0.5 tsp

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to make a juicy whole roasted turkey in the oven? Thaw the turkey, remove the giblets, rinse under water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Step 2
Prepare the marinade. Finely grate the onion and add yogurt to the onion.

Step 3

Step 3
Add wine, all spices and salt.

Step 4

Step 4
Stir until smooth.

Step 5

Step 5
Pull the skin away from the meat and spread the marinade evenly under the skin.

Step 6

Step 6
Then brush the marinade evenly over the surface of the turkey. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. You can leave it for a day.

Step 7

Step 7
Then remove the turkey from the refrigerator, lift the skin on the back of the carcass and use a knife to make a small longitudinal cut to create a pocket. Thread the turkey leg through the strip of skin and cross both legs. Or cross your legs and tie them with thread.

Step 8

Step 8
Place the turkey on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake the turkey in the oven for 3 hours at 180°C. Check the turkey for doneness. To do this, pierce the turkey; if light juice flows out, then it is ready; if the juice is pink, you need to keep it in the oven. Or check doneness with a thermometer; the internal temperature of the turkey should be at least 75°C.

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