Turkey in the oven
Description
A whole roasted turkey will definitely be a centerpiece at your festive table. The bird should be marinated for several days before roasting to ensure it cooks through properly and remains tender. Orange and garlic, placed inside the turkey, will give the dish a wonderful aroma. To find out,
Instructions
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Step 1
Cut up the turkey carcass, remove the head and giblets. Clean off any remaining feathers and excess fat with the skin. Rinse the carcass under water and pat dry with paper towels.
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Step 2
Pour water into a saucepan, place it on the stove, and bring to a boil. Then add sugar, salt, and all the spices. Turn off the heat and let the marinade cool.
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Step 3
Choose a container of appropriate size for the turkey so that you can marinate the bird in it. Place the bird into a bag with the legs facing upward, and put it into the container.
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Step 4
Peel and wash the carrots and onions, then slice them into rings. Add the carrots and onions to the turkey. Dilute the marinade with cold water (about three to four liters) and pour it over the bird, making sure the liquid completely covers it. Place the container with the turkey in a cold place and let it marinate for two to three days.
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Step 5
When the turkey has marinated well, take the butter out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature until soft. Add ground black pepper to the butter.
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Step 6
Bring water to a boil and dip the orange into it for several minutes. Then insert cloves into the citrus all around the perimeter. Cut the garlic head in half crosswise without peeling.
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Step 7
Line a baking sheet with several layers of foil. Remove the poultry from the marinade, pat it dry, and place it on the foil, breast side up. Then rub it with a mixture of butter and pepper.
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Step 8
Place the orange and garlic inside the turkey. The onion and carrot from the marinade can also be placed inside the cavity.
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Step 9
Wrap the turkey loosely in foil. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees and roast the bird for 45 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 180 degrees and continue cooking the turkey for another 3 hours. Next, unwrap the foil and roast the dish at 230 degrees. Let the cooked turkey rest in the oven for half an hour, then serve it at the table.