ROAST TURKEY WITH POMEGRANATE GLAZE
Categories Poultry turkey Roast Thanksgiving Orange Mint Fall Pomegranate Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients and reserved neck, heart, and gizzard in saucepan. Simmer over medium heat. Simmer until giblet broth is reduced to 3 3/4 cups, about 1 hour. Strain; discard solids. Chill 3/4 cup broth for Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios, and Mint .
- Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Rinse turkey inside and out and pat dry. Whisk orange juice and next 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend for glaze. Place turkey on rack in heavy large roasting pan. Starting at neck end, carefully slide hand between skin and breast, thighs, and legs to loosen skin. Using pastry brush or hand, apply thin coat of pomegranate glaze over meat under skin. Stuff main cavity with lemon, quartered onion, and mint. Tuck wing tips under; tie legs together loosely. Brush turkey with some of remaining glaze.
- Roast turkey 20 minutes. Pour 1 cup giblet broth into pan; brush turkey with glaze. Roast 20 minutes; brush with glaze. Roast 20 minutes. Add 1 cup broth to pan, brush with glaze, and cover turkey loosely with foil. Roast 20 minutes. Brush with glaze and reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Continue to roast until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 175°F, brushing with glaze every 20 minutes, about 1 hour 10 minutes longer, about 2 1/2 hours total.
- Transfer turkey to platter. Tent loosely with foil. Let stand 30 minutes (internal temperature will increase 5 to 10 degrees).
- Meanwhile, tilt roasting pan and spoon fat from surface of juices. Add 1 cup giblet broth to pan. Place pan over 2 burners. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat, scraping up browned bits. Add chilled butter and simmer until gravy is smooth, whisking. Season with salt and pepper. Serve turkey with gravy.
- *A thick pomegranate syrup available at Middle Eastern markets, some supermarkets, and by mail from Adriana's Caravan (adrianascaravan.com). Do not use cane sugar molasses.
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Jephthah John
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The turkey came out perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Rana Rehman Rana Rehman
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The turkey was beautiful and the glaze was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Dolon Mojumdar
[email protected]I love this recipe! The pomegranate glaze is so unique and flavorful. It's the perfect way to dress up a traditional turkey dinner.
Zoie Pogoreski
[email protected]This was my first time making a turkey and I was so nervous, but this recipe made it so easy. The turkey came out perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Tyrone Bradich (Ty)
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The turkey is always cooked perfectly and the glaze is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Bad Boy Sultan
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The turkey was moist and juicy, and the glaze was the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again.
Javison Baylor
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The pomegranate glaze was so flavorful and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Nathan Beardslee
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The turkey came out perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Consciously Consumed
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The turkey was beautiful and the glaze was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Asanda Athandwa
[email protected]I love this recipe! The pomegranate glaze is so unique and flavorful. It's the perfect way to dress up a traditional turkey dinner.
Neji Cuba
[email protected]This was my first time making a turkey and I was so nervous, but this recipe made it so easy. The turkey came out perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Mbogo Josh
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The glaze is so easy to make and it really takes the turkey to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sherry Tanoli
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday meal.
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[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfect. The glaze was delicious and the turkey was cooked evenly throughout. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Sunny Malik
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The pomegranate glaze is a game-changer. It adds a beautiful color and flavor to the turkey. The meat was juicy and tender, and the skin was crispy. I highly recommend this recipe.
DEL CROM
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pomegranate, but I'm so glad I did! The glaze was amazing and the turkey was cooked to perfection. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
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[email protected]This turkey was absolutely delicious! The pomegranate glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it really complemented the flavor of the turkey. The meat was moist and juicy, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making t