TURKISH GRILLED TURKEY OR CHICKEN WITH TANGY HERBED YOGURT
Steps:
- Prepare the turkey:
- Using very sturdy kitchen scissors, cut on either side of the backbone and remove it. With the turkey or chicken skin side down and using a large sturdy knife, place the blade of the knife in the center of the breast bone, lengthwise. Using a meat mallet, firmly whack the knife to partially split the bone. Press the turkey or chicken to flatten slightly. Turn the turkey skin side up and press until flattened. Starting from the neck end, work your hands between the skin and flesh, being careful not to tear the skin. Work your hands as far down the legs as possible
- In a small bowl, combine the pepper flakes with all but 1 teaspoon of the garlic paste, the salt, pepper, coriander and 1/2 cup of the oil. Rub half of the mixture under the skin.
- Set the turkey on a work surface skin side up and tuck the wing tips behind the shoulders. Using 2 very long metal skewers, pierce the turkey crosswise diagonally, from drumstick through the opposite breast and through the wing forming a big X. Using the third skewer, pierce the turkey sideways through each breast. Rub the remaining paste all over the turkey or chicken and set it in a baking dish. Add the lemon halves, cover with plastic and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Make the Tangy Herbed Yogurt:
- In another small bowl, combine the yogurt with the chives, oregano and remaining 1 teaspoon garlic paste. Season with salt and pepper and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Light a grill and oil the grates. Grill over medium flame for about 1 3/4 to 2 hours, turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots and an instant read thermometer inserted into the thigh nearest the joint registers 170°.
- Let the turkey or chicken rest for 20 minutes before slicing. Serve with the yogurt sauce and Tabbouleh.
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Waqas Munawar
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family enjoys.
Bulelani darshen dibuoy
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is delicious. The yogurt sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor to the chicken.
Kc Dailey
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The yogurt sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor and moisture to the chicken.
Noel Stepney
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The chicken can be grilled or roasted, and the yogurt sauce is a great way to keep it moist and flavorful.
lind sogojeva
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors of the yogurt sauce and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Deborah Ayomide
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The yogurt sauce is tangy and refreshing, while the chicken is savory and flavorful.
Hena Gishto
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family enjoys.
rakesh bakhunchhe
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is delicious. The yogurt sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor to the chicken.
Priyanka Jha
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The yogurt sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor and moisture to the chicken.
Andrew Rodgers
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The chicken can be grilled or roasted, and the yogurt sauce is a great way to keep it moist and flavorful.
god of calamity
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors of the yogurt sauce and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Md Towshif
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The yogurt sauce is tangy and refreshing, while the chicken is savory and flavorful.
glitchtrap afton
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family enjoys.
Moses Afamefuna
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is delicious. The yogurt sauce is a great way to add some extra flavor to the chicken.
Silvia Caravantes
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but I loved the sauce in this recipe. It was so creamy and flavorful. The chicken was also very moist and juicy.
Lukpata Happiness
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors of the yogurt sauce and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Bilal Sarayra
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The yogurt sauce is amazing and the chicken was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.