Best Turkey in the World – Jamie Oliver.

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

Best Turkey in the World - Jamie Oliver

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

3-3.5 hours

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

600

Sugar

Fat

35g

Best Turkey in the World is a recipe by Jamie Oliver, a celebrity chef and tv personality. This turkey recipe is a great addition to your holiday menu and perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. The combination of herbs, clementines, and butter make this turkey an absolute delight. The aromas will fill your kitchen with happiness and warmth, making it a perfect recipe for a family dinner. This turkey is sure to be the centerpiece of your holiday meal and is guaranteed to bring smiles to everyone at the dinner table.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas 4.
2.	Wash the turkey inside and out and pat dry with kitchen paper.
3.	Season the turkey generously with sea salt and black pepper, then stuff the cavity with the clementines, a handful of rosemary, bay or fresh thyme, and the butter.
4.	Roughly chop the carrots, onions and celery and place in a large roasting tray.
5.	Place the turkey on top and roast for 3 to 3 and a half hours, or until the juices run clear.
6.	When the turkey is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before carving.
7.	Carve and serve with your favorite sides.

PROS

This turkey is succulent, juicy and packed with flavour.

It’s also easy to make and a real crowd-pleaser.

CONS

Roasting a turkey can be time-consuming and require a lot of effort, especially if you’re feeding a large group of people.

Also, it may not be suitable for those who are watching their fat or salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a healthy source of high-quality protein and a rich source of nutrients, including iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium and B vitamins.
It’s also low in fat and cholesterol, making it a healthier alternative to red meat.
The clementines and herbs add flavour and a boost of vitamin C to this recipe.

	5 1/2 kg turkey
	2 -4 clementines
	rosemary , bay or fresh thyme sprig
	150 g butter
	2 -3 carrots
	3 onions , peeled
	2 celery ribs