Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our exquisite Turkey with Oranges and Lemons, a dish that elevates the classic holiday feast to new heights of flavor and aroma. This delectable recipe combines the savory richness of turkey with the vibrant zest of citrus fruits, creating a harmonious symphony of taste that will impress even the most discerning palate.
Our comprehensive guide includes three variations of this tantalizing dish, each offering a unique twist on the classic recipe. The first variation features a succulent turkey roasted to perfection, infused with the aromatic essence of oranges and lemons. The second variation enchants with its elegant presentation, showcasing a turkey crown majestically adorned with citrus slices and herbs. And for those who prefer a more rustic charm, the third variation presents a flavorful turkey cooked in a Dutch oven, exuding warmth and comfort in every bite.
Whether you seek a centerpiece for your holiday gathering or a delightful meal to savor on a cozy weekend, our Turkey with Oranges and Lemons recipes will undoubtedly delight your senses and leave you craving for more. Embark on this culinary adventure and experience the perfect fusion of flavors that will make this dish a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
HAPPY ORANGE TURKEY
Here's the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving feast. Champagne and oranges flavor this special bird that will become one of your favorite turkey recipes ever. -Tara Baier, Menomonie, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h15m
Yield 24 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Finely grate zest from oranges. Cut the fruit into wedges. Combine softened butter and orange zest. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from the turkey; rub butter mixture under the skin., Pat turkey dry. Combine the garlic powder, salt and pepper; rub over the outside and inside of turkey. Drizzle with melted butter. Place the oranges, onion, rosemary and thyme inside the cavity. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together., Place flour in oven bag and shake to coat. Place oven bag in a roasting pan. Place turkey, breast side up, in bag. Pour Champagne and orange juice over turkey. Cut six 1/2-in. slits in top of bag; close bag with tie provided., Bake at 325° for 3-3/4 to 4-1/4 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. Remove turkey to a serving platter and keep warm. Let stand for 20 minutes before carving. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.
ROASTED CITRUS & HERB TURKEY
Thanksgiving has never been the same since I tried this recipe. I have made it for the past three years, and it never fails to impress both in presentation and taste. This is a true showstopper! -Nancy M. Niemerg, Dieterich, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h
Yield 16 servings (2 cups gravy).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Mix butter and Italian seasoning., Place turkey on a rack in a roasting pan, breast side up; pat dry. With fingers, carefully loosen skin from turkey breast; rub half of the butter mixture under the skin. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks. Rub cavity with salt and pepper; fill with onion, orange, lemon and herbs. Tuck wings under turkey; tie drumsticks together., Melt remaining butter mixture; brush over outside of turkey. Add 2 cups broth to roasting pan., Roast, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°, 3-1/2-4 hours, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving., Pour pan drippings into a small saucepan; skim fat. Mix flour, remaining broth and, if desired, browning sauce until smooth; whisk into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 223mg cholesterol, Sodium 653mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 64g protein.
CITRUS TURKEY BRINE
A great citrus brine recipe. This will leave your Turkey very moist. You could also use it on other poultry in smaller amounts.
Provided by MPRADO
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rub salt onto your turkey, and place remaining salt, lemons, oranges, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme and pepper into a large pot. Place the turkey in the pot, and fill with water. Refrigerate overnight. Discard brine after removing turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6239.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
ORANGE TURKEY BRINE
Adding this twist to your Thanksgiving turkey will 'ooh' and 'aah' your guests.
Provided by TIMP132
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 2h25m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the orange juice concentrate, orange slices, lemon slices, lime slices, thyme, pepper, garlic, bay leaves, salt, and water in a large stockpot; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Wash and dry your turkey. Make sure you have removed the innards. Place the turkey, breast down, into the brine. Make sure that the cavity gets filled. Place the bucket in the refrigerator. Allow turkey to marinate 1 to 2 days before cooking. Remove the turkey carefully. Drain and discard the excess brine and pat dry.
- Cook the turkey as desired reserving the drippings for gravy. Keep in mind that brined turkeys cook 20 to 30 minutes faster.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.4 calories, Carbohydrate 176.7 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 91282.3 mg, Sugar 142.6 g
TURKEY WITH HERBES DE PROVENCE AND CITRUS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes
Categories main-dish
Time 4h15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make the turkey: Position the rack in the lowest third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
- Rinse the turkey and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the turkey on a rack set inside a large roasting pan. Place the orange and lemon wedges, onion, and 2 sprigs of each fresh herb in the main turkey cavity. Tie the legs together to hold the shape of the turkey. Stir 2 tablespoons of butter, the herbes de Provence, oil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of each the salt and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat just until the butter melts. Rub the butter mixture all over the turkey and between the turkey breast meat and skin. Place the turkey neck and giblets in roasting pan. (Recipe can be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before roasting.)
- Cover the turkey breast with foil. Roast for 20 minutes. Pour 3 cups of broth into the pan and stir to scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan. Add the remaining sprigs of fresh herbs to the pan. Roast the turkey for 40 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Remove the foil from the turkey; pour 1 more cup of broth into the pan. Continue roasting the turkey until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees F to 175 degrees F or until the juices run clear when the thickest part of the thigh is pierced with a skewer, basting occasionally with pan juices, about 1 hour and 30 minutes longer. Transfer the turkey to a platter and tent with foil. Let stand 30 minutes while preparing the gravy.
- To make the gravy: Strain the turkey pan juices from the roasting pan through a sieve and into a 4-cup glass measuring cup; discard the solids. Spoon off the fat from atop the pan juices. Add enough chicken broth, about 1 to 2 cups, to the pan juices to measure 4 cups total. Melt the remaining butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the flour and whisk for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the broth. Simmer until the gravy thickens slightly, whisking often, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the turkey with the gravy.
CITRUS & THYME TURKEY
Try this traditional based turkey with its easy citrus twist that transforms it into a Christmas Day showstopper
Provided by Angela Nilsen
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Chop the leafy tops of the thyme but not the hard, woody branch ends (save these for the cavity). Finely grate the orange and lemon zest into a small bowl and mix with the chopped thyme, olive oil and seasoning. Mash the mix into the oil with the back of a metal spoon (or use a pestle and mortar) to release its flavour. Set aside to infuse.
- Preheat the oven to fan 170C/conventional 190C/gas 5. Wash the turkey inside and out and dry well with kitchen paper. To make carving easier, you can now cut out the wishbone, but it's not essential.
- Put the reserved third of the stuffing in the neck end of the turkey and push it towards the breast. Don't overfill, as the stuffing will expand during cooking. Secure the neck end flap with a small metal skewer. Weigh the stuffed turkey and calculate the cooking time - allow 18 minutes per 450g/1lb.
- Season the turkey generously with salt and pepper inside and out. Halve the orange and lemon and put in the cavity (squeezing the fruit as it goes in) with the thyme branches and two of the bay leaves. Tie the turkey legs together to give the bird a good shape.
- Throw the chopped carrots and onion and remaining bay leaves into a large roasting tin. Sit the turkey on top of the vegetables, smear the butter over the skin and cover with a loose tent of foil. Roast the turkey for the calculated time, basting with the pan juices every hour.
- Meanwhile, tip the red onions and squash into a shallow roasting tray and toss in half of the thyme oil, making sure you get it right into the cuts in the onions. Set the tray aside.
- Half an hour before the end of the turkey's cooking time, whip off the foil and leave the bird to brown. After 15 minutes, drizzle the turkey with the remaining thyme oil.
- To test if the turkey is cooked, insert a skewer into the thickest part of a thigh - the juices should run clear. If they are still pink, cook for a further 20-30 minutes and test again. Remove the turkey from the oven and turn the oven up to fan 180C/conventional 200C/gas 6. Transfer theturkey to a serving platter, cover tightly with foil and leave to rest while you finish off the vegetables and trimmings.
- Put the red onions and squash in the oven and roast for 30-40 minutes. At the same time, roast the bacon-wrapped sausages (see Lightly spiced Christmas stuffing, right) for 30 minutes. Now make the gravy. Discard any fat from the roasting tin. Stir the wine and redcurrant jelly into the carrots and onion in the tin. Bring to the boil and boil rapidly for 8-10 minutes to reduce by half. Scrape the sticky bits off the bottom of the tin with a wooden spoon as the gravy boils. Pour in the stock and simmer for 10 minutes until you have a dark, tasty gravy, adding salt and pepper to taste. Strain the gravy into a pan (discard the vegetables), bring back to the boil and serve in a warm jug.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 75 grams protein, Sodium 0.64 milligram of sodium
ROAST TURKEY WITH ORANGES, BAY LEAVES, RED ONIONS, AND PAN GRAVY
Steps:
- Roast turkey:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Rinse turkey inside and out and pat dry. Sprinkle turkey inside and out with salt and pepper, then fold neck skin under body and secure with small skewer. Stuff large cavity with oranges, 1 onion, and bay leaves. Tie drumsticks together with kitchen string and secure wings to body with small skewers.
- Put turkey on a rack set in a large flameproof roasting pan and roast in middle of oven 30 minutes.
- While turkey is roasting, toss remaining 2 onions with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Brush remaining 1/4 cup butter over turkey and roast 30 minutes more. Baste turkey and scatter buttered onion wedges around it, then roast, basting turkey every 30 minutes (add a little water to pan if onions get too dark) until an instant-read thermometer inserted into fleshy part of a thigh (do not touch bone) registers 170°F, 1 1/2 to 2 hours more (total roasting time: 2 1/2 to 3 hours). Transfer turkey to a platter (do not clean roasting pan) and let stand 25 minutes (temperature will rise to 180°F).
- Make gravy:
- Transfer pan juices with onions to a 2-quart glass measure, then skim off and reserve 1/4 cup fat. Add enough turkey stock to pan juices to make 4 1/2 cups total. Set roasting pan across 2 burners, then add 1 cup stock mixture and deglaze pan by boiling over moderately high heat, stirring and scraping up brown bits. Add remaining stock mixture and bring to a simmer. Pour stock through a fine sieve back into glass measure and discard onions.
- Whisk together reserved fat and flour in a large heavy saucepan and cook roux over moderately low heat, whisking, 3 minutes. Add hot stock mixture in a fast stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, then simmer, whisking occasionally, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in any additional turkey juices accumulated on platter and season gravy with salt and pepper.
- Serve turkey with gravy on the side.
Tips:
- Use a whole turkey for the most flavorful results. A whole turkey will give you a more evenly cooked bird than a turkey breast or thigh, and the bones will add flavor to the meat.
- Dry the turkey thoroughly before roasting. This will help the skin to crisp up and prevent the bird from steaming.
- Season the turkey generously with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out the flavor of the meat.
- Roast the turkey at a high temperature for the first 30 minutes, then reduce the heat to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help to create a crispy skin and prevent the bird from drying out.
- Baste the turkey every 30 minutes with the citrus juices and melted butter. This will help to keep the bird moist and flavorful.
- Let the turkey rest for at least 15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the bird, making it more tender.
Conclusion:
This turkey with oranges and lemons recipe is a delicious and easy-to-follow way to prepare a classic holiday dish. The citrus fruits add a bright and flavorful touch to the meat, while the butter and herbs help to keep the bird moist and tender. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a memorable meal that your family and friends will love.
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