JUNIPER BRINED TURKEY WITH ASIAN GINGER BUTTER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 9h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Unwrap the turkey and remove the neck and giblets (reserve for gravy). Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat dry. Fill a large pot with 2 quarts water; add 2 cups kosher salt, the brown sugar, juniper berries, peppercorns, bay leaves and lemon zest. Bring to a boil, then simmer 10 minutes. Add 6 quarts cold water and let cool. Submerge the turkey in the brine, adding water to cover, if necessary. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Remove the turkey from the brine; rinse and pat dry. Mix the butter, scallions, ginger, garlic, sesame oil and soy sauce until combined. Reserve 4 tablespoons of the butter, then rub the rest under the turkey skin on the breasts and legs. Rub 2 tablespoons of the reserved butter on the skin; chill and save the rest for your gravy. Let the turkey stand 30 minutes at room temperature before roasting.
- Put the oven rack in the lowest position; preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Put the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a large roasting pan, tucking the wing tips under. Tie the drumsticks together with twine. Roast until the skin is golden brown and a thermometer inserted into the thigh registers 165 degrees F, about 15 minutes per pound. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 30 minutes before carving. Whisk the reserved 2 tablespoons flavored butter into your gravy just before serving, if desired.
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Ali sher yaray ali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.
Hadia Haji
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey.
Ebrhim Ebrhim
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The turkey was delicious and everyone enjoyed it.
Apai Samuel
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was the best turkey I've ever had.
mwamariu
[email protected]This turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved it!
Sabir Jan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine and butter made the meat so juicy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough. I'll definitely be making this again.
Zamair Hassan
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out delicious. The brine and butter made the meat moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-
Michelle May
[email protected]Great recipe! The brine and butter really made a difference. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again next year.
Charity Mukuma
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make turkey.
cheryl Cassard
[email protected]This was the best turkey I've ever had. The brine and butter made the meat so moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Giovana Silva
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine and butter made the meat so juicy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough. I'll definitely be making this again.
Malik kkc
[email protected]This turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The brine gave the meat a wonderfully moist and flavorful texture, and the Asian ginger butter added a delicious touch of spice. I'll definitely be making this again next year.