OVEN ROASTED EARL GREY TEA, LEMON & ROSEMARY BRINED TURKEY
This is from a recipe card that came with Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, posting it for later use. I am not including the brining time in the cooking time as 2 days you are probably not gonna stand over that darned turkey and watch it brine...lol.
Provided by Chabear01
Categories Whole Turkey
Time 5h15m
Yield 14-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring 6 1/2 quarts water to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea, lemon peel and rosemary. Cover and let steep for 20 minutes. If using tea bags, remove them. If using bulk tea, remove lemon peel and rosemary, set aside and strain the mixture and discard the tea leaves. Pour the mixture back in the pot and stir in salt, sugar and the set-aside lemon peel and rosemary. Stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Stir in the ice, cool to below 50 degrees F. Line a large pot with two 30-gallon plastic garbage bags, one inside the other. Place turkey in the bag-lined pot, breast-side down. Pour brine over turkey; press to submerge. Twist off bags to eliminate air pockets and tie. Refrigerate turkey in brine for 2 days (48 hours).
- Drain turkey, discard brine. Pat turkey dry. Stuff cavity with rosemary, punctured lemons, celery and onion. Fold wing tips under; tie legs. Rub olive oil all over the turkey.
- Place oven rack in the lowest third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Place turkey on a rack in large roasting pan. Place bird in oven and roast for 2 hours, then baste with 1/2 cup broth.
- Continue to roast until turkey is brown and thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F. Basting frequently with the remaining 1 1/2 cups broth and pan juices. Cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly. Transfer turkey to a large platter or carving board. Tent loosely with foil. Let stand at least 30 minutes or up to 45 minutes prior to carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1050.8, Fat 49.8, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 387, Sodium 16579.2, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 24, Protein 117.3
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Brook Beka
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The brine helped to keep the meat moist and the tea, lemon, and rosemary gave it a nice flavor. I might even make it again next year.
Magar Sapana
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer! The turkey was incredibly juicy and flavorful. The brine really made a difference. Will definitely make this again.
vic
[email protected]Just made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the brine made the skin extra crispy. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Shoaib Kashif
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. The brine is simple to make and the tea, lemon, and rosemary give the turkey a wonderfully unique flavor. The meat is always moist and juicy.
Rabia Nisar
[email protected]I'm not a fan of turkey, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The brine helped to keep the meat moist and the tea, lemon, and rosemary gave it a nice flavor. I might even make it again next year.
icitiffaiars wa
[email protected]Not bad, but not great either. The turkey was a bit dry and the flavor was just okay.
Nizkuo China_
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. The turkey was dry and bland. The brine did not add much flavor, and the tea, lemon, and rosemary were barely noticeable.
Nanoos Kayed
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The brine is easy to make and the tea, lemon, and rosemary give the turkey a wonderful flavor. The meat is always moist and juicy.
Huch Monei
[email protected]Amazing! This recipe is a keeper. The turkey was incredibly juicy and flavorful. The brine really made a difference. Will definitely make this again.
Sangeen Zaman
[email protected]Followed the recipe and it turned out great! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the brine made the skin extra crispy. The tea, lemon, and rosemary gave it a nice, subtle flavor that wasn't overpowering.
Kigaxy Steven
[email protected]This turkey was a hit! The brine was flavorful and the tea, lemon, and rosemary gave it a unique and delicious taste. The meat was moist and juicy, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving!