Best 12 Jerk Turkey Recipes

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**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Jamaican Jerk Turkey: A Culinary Journey of Bold Flavors**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our exquisite Jamaican jerk turkey recipes. Crafted with a symphony of aromatic spices, fiery scotch bonnet peppers, and a hint of sweetness, these turkeys are guaranteed to set your taste buds ablaze. Whether you prefer the classic jerk turkey, a succulent smoked jerk turkey, or a mouthwatering jerk turkey breast, we have the perfect recipe for every palate. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant flavors of Jamaica, as these jerk turkeys take center stage at your next gathering, leaving your guests craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

JAMAICAN JERK TURKEY WRAPS



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After tasting these spicy wraps at a neighborhood party, I got the recipe. The grilled turkey tenderloin and light jalapeno dressing make them a hit. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 wraps.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups broccoli coleslaw mix
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons reduced-fat coleslaw dressing
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
2 turkey breast tenderloins (8 ounces each)
4 flour tortillas (8 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss coleslaw mix, tomato, coleslaw dressing, jalapeno and mustard; set aside. , Rub seasoning over turkey tenderloins. On a greased grill, cook turkey, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Let stand 5 minutes. , Grill tortillas, uncovered, over medium heat 45-55 seconds on each side or until warmed. Thinly slice turkey; place down the center of tortillas. Top with coleslaw mixture and roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JERK TURKEY LEGS



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Provided by Ayesha Curry

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Juice of 3 limes, plus wedges for serving
3 cloves garlic
1 to 2 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, stemmed
One 1-inch piece peeled ginger
1 bunch scallions, roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 turkey drumsticks (about 4 1/2 pounds total)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine the oil, thyme, brown sugar, allspice, lime juice, garlic, chile peppers, ginger, scallions, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
  • Coat the turkey legs in the jerk marinade and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Spread the turkey legs on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the skin is golden brown all over and the turkey is cooked through (an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat, avoiding bone, should register at least 165 degrees F), 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Serve the turkey legs topped with the cilantro, with lime wedges on the side.

JERK ROASTED TURKEY WITH CORNBREAD-ANDOUILLE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 servings of turkey and 2 1/2 cups of dressing

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups store-bought jerk sauce
1 10- to 12-pound turkey, giblets removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cornbread-Andouille Dressing (recipe follows)
1 cup unsalted butter or margarine, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, margarine or olive oil
1 cup 1/4-inch-diced turkey andouille sausage or smoked ham
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1/4 cup finely diced celery, including some leaves
1/2 cup finely diced red or green bell pepper
1 1/2 cups stale homemade or store-bought cornbread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning or Bell's Seasoning
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1 cup chicken stock or broth, as needed

Steps:

  • Rub the jerk sauce evenly over the outside and inside of the turkey. Place the turkey breast-side down in a 2-gallon heavy-duty resealable plastic bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible and seal the bag. Refrigerate and marinate for 24 to 48 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Position the oven rack near the bottom of the oven and preheat to 350˚ F. Remove the turkey from the plastic bag. Wipe off the jerk sauce inside and out, pat the turkey dry, and season generously inside and out with salt and pepper. Loosely pack the Cornbread-Andouille Dressing into the cavity. Pull back the skin over the breast and rub some butter under the skin. Rub the outside of the turkey with more butter, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Truss the turkey if desired, and place breast-side up in a large roasting pan at least 2 inches deep.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 325˚ F and roast the turkey, basting frequently with the pan juices, until a meat thermometer registers 165˚ F, 3 to 3 1/2 hours; when the skin is golden brown, cover with foil to prevent over-browning. Remove the turkey from the oven and put it on a warmed platter. Cover loosely and let rest for 30 minutes before carving.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the sausage and cook about 2 minutes. Add the onion, celery and bell pepper and saute until the vegetables are tender but not browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cornbread cubes, poultry seasoning, thyme and salt and pepper. Stir in the cooled sausage mixture and egg.
  • Add the stock, a little at a time or as needed, until the mixture becomes moist but not wet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.

JAMAICAN JERK TURKEY BURGERS WITH PAPAYA-MANGO SALSA



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This is from Cooking Light Times are approximate Posting for safe keeping. Make sure to oil the bugers and grill. Make salsa early in the day or the night before for the flavours to meld.

Provided by wicked cook 46

Categories     Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup diced peeled papaya
2/3 cup diced peeled mango
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/3 cup bottled sweet and sour sauce
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon jamaican jerk seasoning (such as Spice Islands)
1 large egg white
1 lb ground turkey
cooking spray
4 (2 ounce) kaiser rolls or 4 (2 ounce) hamburger buns

Steps:

  • For the salsa:.
  • Combine papaya, mango, red pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime rind and juice.
  • Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Prepare grill to medium heat.
  • For the burgers:.
  • Combine 1 cup onion , breadcrumbs, sweet and sour sauce, red pepper,jerk seasoning,and egg white. Stir well.
  • Add turkey; mix well to combine.
  • Divide turkey mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1-inch-thick patty. Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.
  • Lightly coat patties with cooking spray; place on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 7 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Cut rolls in half horizontally.
  • Place rolls, cut sides down, on grill rack; grill 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
  • Place 1 patty on bottom half of each roll; top with 1/2 cup salsa and top half of roll.

JAMAICAN JERK TURKEY BURGERS WITH TROPICAL FRUIT SALSA



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This is a Weight Watchers recipe. Its a delicous alternative to hamburgers. The salsa adds a slightly sweet touch to tame the heat of the jerk seasoning. The salsa can be prepared up to one day in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.

Provided by icancook66

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup papaya, diced
1 cup mango, diced
3/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup quick oats, uncooked
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon caribbean jerk seasoning
1 egg
1 lb lean ground turkey

Steps:

  • To prepare salsa, in a medium bowl, combine papaya, mango, 1/4 cup of red onion and 14/ cup green pepper, cilantro and lime juice. Set aside.
  • To prepare burgers, in a large bowl, combine remaining 1/2 cup red onion, remaining 1/4 cup of green pepper, oats, ketchup, jerk seasoning and egg and mix well. Add turkey; mix thouroughly. Shape turkey into four 1 inch thich patties; cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 20 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler. Broil burgers until cooked through, flipping once, about 20-25 minutes total. Serve each bruger topped with about a heaping 1/3 cup of salsa.

JERK TURKEY BURGERS



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I got this recipe from an old friend who didn't eat beef. I love these. A nice change of pace from standard burgers.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup couscous
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 red bell pepper, diced fine
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
3/4 lb ground turkey
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
lettuce (to garnish)
tomatoes (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the couscous with 1/2 c.
  • water; let stand 20 minutes or until the water is completely absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, heat the oil over low heat.
  • Add the bell pepper, garlic and spices.
  • Saute until the red pepper is slightly softened, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Let cool completely.
  • Prepare the grill.
  • In a medium sized bowl, combine the couscous, the spice/bellpepper mixture and the turkey and mix thoroughly, but lightly- use just enough mixing to combine everything.
  • Shape the mixture into 4 patties.
  • Grill or broil on a lightly oiled rack until brown and no longer pink inside, about 5 minutes per side for 3/4" thick burgers.
  • Place on buns, serve with lettuce and tomatoes.

JERK TURKEY BURGERS ON SWEET POTATO ROUNDS



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Thick-cut sweet potatoes work nicely as stand-ins for hamburger buns in these island-inspired turkey burgers. The yogurt helps keep the ground turkey moist and delicious.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces ground turkey
2 tablespoons 2-percent Greek yogurt
1 scallion, sliced
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning
Kosher salt
2 cups coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 large, fat sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into eight 1/2-inch rounds
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons mango chutney

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • Use your hands to gently combine the turkey, yogurt, scallion, garlic, jerk seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl. Form into four 3-inch patties about 1/2-inch thick. Chill for at least 30 minutes (this helps to keep the burgers from sticking to the grill).
  • Combine the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise and vinegar in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Brush the sweet potatoes with the oil and sprinkle with a large pinch of salt. Lightly oil the grill grates. Arrange the sweet potato rounds on the grill, cover with the lid and cook until there are nice grill marks and the potatoes are tender but not mushy, 8 to 12 minutes per side. Remove and set aside to cool completely.
  • Spray both sides of the turkey burgers with nonstick cooking spray and grill, covered, until the burgers have nice grill marks and an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 8 to 12 minutes per side.
  • Assemble the burgers: Spread 4 sweet potato rounds each with mango chutney. Top with the patties and 1/4 of the coleslaw and sandwich with the remaining sweet potato rounds.

JERK TURKEY BURGER



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I got this recipe from Food Network. These burgers are absolutely the best burgers I have ever eaten. They are so moist, delicious, and very healthy. I suggest serving on a whole wheat bun with ketchup ontop. If you can't find jerk seasoning use cumin, it's delicious.

Provided by adagger

Categories     Poultry

Time 16m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground turkey breast
1 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 egg whites
1/4 cup chopped fresh watercress leaf
1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons caribbean jerk seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, onion, bell pepper, egg whites, watercress, teriyaki sauce, and jerk seasoning until well blended.
  • With clean hands, form the turkey mixture into 6 equal patties
  • Heat a non-stick griddle over medium-high and spray twice lightly with canola oil cooking spray. Place each patty on griddle, in batches if necessary, and cook for 3 minutes. Flip burgers and cook for another 3 minutes. Alternatively, cook burgers on an outdoor grill for same amount of time.
  • Remove patties from griddle, dress with your favorite condements and enjoy!

JERK TURKEY BURGER



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground turkey
1/4 cup Jerk Seasoning
Vegetable oil, for grill
4 slices Muenster cheese (optional)
4 hamburger buns, lightly toasted
Sliced tomato (optional)
Sliced mango (optional)
Sliced white onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Place turkey and jerk seasoning in a medium bowl, and stir to combine. Form into four patties.
  • Heat a grill pan or a grill to medium-high. Lightly brush with oil. Grill until cooked through, about 8 minutes per side on grill pan or 7 minutes per side on grill. If desired, place a slice of cheese on each burger for the last minute of cooking. Serve on toasted buns with sliced tomato, mango, and onion.

JERK TURKEY



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I created/served this recipe at a family dinner and an office Christmas luncheon, and got great reviews. It is nicely seasoned without being overwhelmingly peppery.

Provided by Shugacane75

Categories     Whole Turkey

Time P2DT17h

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

15 lbs whole turkey
3/4 cup salt
3 limes, sliced in 2
3 gallons water (enough to cover the turkey)
13 ounces Caribbean jerk marinade
1/2 cup soya sauce
1/4 cup ground pimientos or 1/4 cup allspice
1/4 cup ground cumin (powder)
1/4 cup cayenne pepper (powder)
1/4 cup salt
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
5 sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped with stalks removed
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 stalks rosemary, chopped
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
2 medium carrots, diced roughly
1 orange, diced with peel left on
3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup orange juice
4 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Brining - helps to keep the turkey moist during cooking.
  • - Pour water into a pan or bucket.
  • - Squeeze limes into water and leave the remains in the water.
  • - Add salt.
  • - Stir to dissolve salt.
  • - Place turkey, neck and livers in mixture for 8-12 hours.
  • Marinade.
  • - Combine the seasonings below overnight before rubbing on the turkey.
  • - Combine 3/4 jerk seasoning, soya sauce, pimento, cumin, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt and butter.
  • - Mix together into a paste.
  • - Set aside 2 tablespoons of the mixture.
  • - Remove turkey from brine and dispose of brine.
  • - Rinse turkey lightly with fresh water.
  • - Take 1/4 cup the butter marinade and rub directly on each turkey breast underneath the skin (this helps to keep the seasoning on the breast and ensures it is flavourful and moist).
  • - Repeat this process for the thighs under the skin.
  • - Rub remaining mixture on the outside of the turkey on top of the skin, front and back.
  • - Put turkey, neck, and livers in a plastic bag tied tight to keep the marinade from leaking out. You may want to wrap it in a couple of bags and place in a bowl or foil tin to prevent leaks in the fridge.
  • - Place turkey in fridge for 24-48 hours to marinate. Half way though your marinating time flip the turkey onto its breast so that the marinade isn't sitting just at the bottom of the bag.
  • - When you are ready to cook, take the remaining 2 tablespoons of marinade and add thyme, rosemary, onions, carrots and orange.
  • - Use this mixture to stuff the turkey (this helps to season the turkey during cooking).
  • Cooking.
  • - Pre-heat oven to 375 - 400 degrees (depending on your oven) - average 20 mins/1 lb of turkey.
  • - Place turkey in roasting pan.
  • - Pour 1 cup chicken broth around the edged of the pan - this helps to ensure there is enough juice to baste the turkey.
  • - Put turkey in oven, covered with tin foil ('tented') so not too tight so foil sticks to the skin.
  • - Baste turkey approximately every 30 minutes.
  • - Leave turkey tented while cooking until the final 30 minutes of cooking, then remove foil.
  • - Internal temperature of the breast should be 175 degrees when cooked - I highly recommend you use an oven safe one, that can stay in the turkey while you cook.
  • - If you don't have a thermometer, when the cooking time has elapsed, make a cut between the thigh and the breast and look at the juice that's released - It will be clear when cooked. If the juice is at all pink or red, put the turkey back in the oven.
  • - TIP: Another good test is to check the turkey neck that was cooking in the pan. If the meat on the neck is falling off the bone with ease, that's a good sign.
  • Gravy.
  • - Take 1 cup of the pan juices out of roasting pan and set aside.
  • - Take 3 tablespoons of the vegetable stuffing out of roasting pan - (onions, carrots, thyme - TIP: Do not include orange as peel will make gravy bitter.
  • - In a blender, combine the vegetables and 1 cup chicken broth.
  • - Blend the vegetables into a puree.
  • - Optional - for extra flavour add the cooked turkey liver to the blender with the vegetables to puree.
  • - In a sauce pan combine the puree with 1 cup chicken broth and ½ cup orange juice and bring to a boil.
  • - Slowly add ½ cup of the pan drippings. Taste mixture to ensure it is not too salty or spicy.
  • - Add more pan drippings until it reaches a taste you prefer.
  • - In a separate cup mix the cornstarch and 1/2 cup water until cornstarch is fully melted and pours easily.
  • - Pour cornstarch mixture into the gravy, slowly and continue stirring until thickened. If the gravy is too salty or thick add more water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 129.2, Sodium 4293.7, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 35.5

GRILLED JERK TURKEY



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Moist and seasoned with ginger, Caribbean jerk spices and jalapeno pepper, this simple grilled entrée is more tangy than hot and spicy. It's wonderful for backyard barbecues. Diane Halferty - Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons chopped jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade from the turkey. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill turkey, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JAMAICAN JERK TURKEY WRAPS



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I got this recipes from a friends , friends neighborhood party. So I decide to try it out. So wonderful how the turkey tenderloin melts in your mouth . And to add the dressing just takes it over the top.

Provided by NIKKI SMITH

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c broccoli coleslaw
1 medium tomatoes
3 Tbsp reduce -fat coleslaw dressing
1 jalapeno , chopped and seeded
1 Tbsp prepared mustard
1 1/2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
16 oz turkey tenderloin
8 tortillas, flour

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the broccoli slaw, dressing, jalapeño,tomatoes and mustard; set aside. Rub the tenderloin with the seasoning.
  • 2. Grill the tenderloin on med high for 8-10 minutes each side or until thermometer reads 170f. Let side for 5 minutes
  • 3. Heat up tortilla on grill for 30-45 seconds or until warmed.thinly slice the tenderloin. Place tenderloin in the center of the tortilla and top with coleslaw mixture and roll up.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your turkey.
  • Brine the turkey for at least 12 hours. This will help to keep the turkey moist and flavorful.
  • Use a flavorful rub. The rub will help to create a crispy, flavorful crust on the turkey.
  • Cook the turkey slowly and evenly. This will help to ensure that the turkey is cooked through without drying out.
  • Let the turkey rest before carving. This will help to keep the juices in the turkey.

Conclusion:

Jerk turkey is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips in this article, you can make a jerk turkey that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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