Roast turkey joints in orange and plum sauce recipe

Roast Turkey Joints in Orange and Plum Sauce recipe

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Recipe intro

This delicious recipe for roast turkey joints in orange and plum sauce is the perfect choice for a festive meal or special occasion. The succulent turkey joints are cooked to perfection and then smothered in a tangy and sweet sauce made with fresh oranges and juicy plums. The combination of flavors creates a delightful balance of sweetness and acidity that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Serve this dish with your favorite side dishes for a complete and satisfying meal.

Keywords: roast turkey, orange, plum sauce, festive meal, special occasion.

Roast turkey joints in orange and plum sauce recipe details

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Ingredients

2 ½ kg	turkey joints
1 sprig(s)	rosemary, chopped
1	orange, zest and fillets
2 tsp	salt
1 tbsp	olive oil
2 tbsp	balsamic vinegar
3	plums, halved and stones removed

Instructions

In a mortar, mix together the rosemary, orange zest and salt. Pestle the mixture until smooth. Brush the turkey joints with the olive oil and the orange salt. Preheat the oven to 250°C.

Place the joints into a casserole dish and bake until well browned. Turn around and bake from the other side until well browned. Reduce the heat to 130°C. Pour the vinegar into the casserole. Arrange the orange fillets and the plums around the turkey and bake for 3 hours. Add a dash of water, if necessary.

Serve the turkey joints with the sauce and freshly cooked vegetables.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 3 hrs 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a