Baja California Grilled (Or Roasted) Turkey

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 3
Baja California Grilled (Or Roasted) Turkey - A Flavorful and Zesty Dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups kosher salt
2 gallons very cold water
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup coriander seed , crushed
1/4 cup black peppercorns , crushed
6 bay leaves , crumbled
8 medium garlic cloves , split
1 tablespoon kosher salt
7 ounces chipotle chiles in adobo
1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup Japanese soy sauce
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice or 1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup ground california chile
1/2 cup ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 1/2 bunches cilantro , stemmed and roughly chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
360
Sugar
15g
Fat
10g
The Baja California Grilled (or Roasted) Turkey is a recipe that comes from the Baja California region in Mexico. It combines bold and zesty flavors to create a dish that is perfect for special occasions or a twist to a traditional turkey recipe for a holiday meal. The brine helps the turkey stay moist while the marinade and spice rub add bold flavors. Impress your guests with this flavorful take on the classic roasted or grilled turkey.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2.Fill a large pot with the kosher salt and cold water and mix thoroughly to create a brine. Add in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, crushed coriander seed, black peppercorns, crumbles bay leaves, garlic cloves, and kosher salt, and stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
3.Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey and rinse it inside and out. Place the turkey into the brine, making sure it is completely submerged. Put the pot into the fridge and let it sit for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.
4.After 12-24 hours, remove the turkey from the brine and rinse it with cold water. Pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels.
5.In a food processor, puree the chipotle chilies, the olive or vegetable oil, Japanese soy sauce, and lime juice or rice vinegar. The marinade should be fairly smooth.
6.In a bowl, mix together the ground California chile, ground cumin, dried oregano, granulated garlic, and freshly squeezed orange juice. Stir to combine.
7.Rub the marinade all over the turkey, making sure to get it under the skin and into any crevices. Then, rub the spice mixture all over the turkey as well, massaging it into the skin.
8.Place the turkey into a large roasting pan and roast it in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until fully cooked. Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving it.

PROS

This dish is full of bold, zesty flavors that will excite your taste buds.
The marinade and spice rub help to keep the turkey meat juicy and flavorful.

This recipe makes plenty of turkey for leftovers or feeding a large group of people.

CONS

This recipe requires a lot of planning ahead of time for the brining process.
It may not be ideal for a last-minute meal.

Cooking a whole turkey can be intimidating for some home cooks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a lean meat that is low in fat and high in protein, making it a good choice for people who are watching their saturated fat intake.
The chipotle chiles and orange juice in this recipe contain vitamin C and other antioxidants that can help boost immunity and reduce inflammation.
The spices, such as coriander and cumin, have been linked to aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

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