SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY IN BRINE ( FUNKY BIRD)
This was a turkey recipe given by a friend who raved about it and it was the only turkey now cooked for their gatherings. It is from Emeril Lagasse. We have adopted it and is a must for Thanksgiving or is great any time of the year. Our son who doesn't like turkey loves this! It's flavor is fabulous
Provided by Brigitte in Texas
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 1h45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large non reactive container (we usually use a white trash bag--heavy duty or doubled sacked), combine lemon juice, orange juice, kosher salt, light brown sugar, yellow onions, oranges, jalapenos, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin and oregano with 1 gallon water.
- Stir, squeeze, or shake up to dissolve brine the sugar & salt.
- Put the turkey under cold running water and rinse.
- Add the turkey to the brine, cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.
- Essence:.
- Mix ingredients well and store in an airtight container or jar. Yields about 2/3 cup.
- Preheat oven to 375°FF.
- Remove the turkey from the brine and put it breast side up in a large heavy roasting pan and pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub the turkey with vegetable oil.
- Sprinkle all sides with 1- 3 tablespoons of Essence.
- Roast until deep golden brown and an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F., about 1 hour and 45 minutes for breast, and a whole turkey takes about 20 minutes per pound.
- Transfer to a platter and let stand for about 15 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1003, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 319.4, Sodium 21511.2, Carbohydrate 57.9, Fiber 4, Sugar 45.6, Protein 110.2
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LYNDA BERLYNKAMARA
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The brine really makes a difference. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Wajid kareem Akhter
[email protected]The turkey was a little dry, but the flavor was good.
saed Yosif
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the turkey turned out great. The brine really helped to keep the turkey moist. I will definitely be making this again.
Tinamarie Munro
[email protected]The turkey was delicious! The brine made the meat so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Jemal Muhamad
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, and the brine really made a difference. I will definitely be making this again.
Silva Tetteh
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The brine really makes a difference. The turkey was so moist and flavorful.
muzamil waseer
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Ramesh Sunar
[email protected]The turkey was a little dry, but the flavor was good.
Cynthia Richard
[email protected]This was my first time brining a turkey and I'm so glad I did. The turkey was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be brining my turkey from now on.
SIYANDA MSIBI
[email protected]I've made this recipe twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always juicy and the flavors are amazing.
Bishar Dommun
[email protected]This recipe was a hit! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the brine really made a difference. I will definitely be making this again.