Turkey Crown with Orange

A delicious turkey crown flavored with orange and thyme, roasted until golden and served with a rich port gravy.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 335 kcals 2680 kcals
Carbohydrates 7 grams 56 grams
Fat 8 grams 64 grams
Protein 56 grams 448 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
1
piece
2
tbsp
Dairy
50
g
Butter
softened
Fruits
1
piece
Orange
thinly sliced
1
piece
Orange
halved
GrainsCereals
3
tbsp
Liquids
6
tbsp
450
ml
Chicken Stock
hot; turkey stock can be used
Meat
2.2
kg
NutsSeeds
2
tsp
Thyme
leaves only, chopped
1
piece
Salt
to taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
to taste
OilsFats

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Loosen the skin on the turkey crown by carefully pushing your fingers between the skin and meat.
  • Mix thyme with softened butter and smear the mixture underneath the turkey skin.
  • Arrange orange slices under the skin and place an orange half and trimmings in the cavity.
  • Place turkey in a roasting tray, rub with oil, season, and roast for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  • Squeeze the remaining orange juice over the turkey 15 minutes before the end of cooking.
  • Rest the turkey on a platter for 30 minutes while reserving the tray juices.
  • Skim fat from the tray juices and heat the remaining liquid in a saucepan.
  • Whisk in flour, port, and stock, then simmer until thickened.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and any rested meat juices before seasoning and serving.