Turkey Roasted in Honey

A whole turkey stuffed with a fruit and nut mixture, coated in honey and roasted until dark and succulent.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 605.1 kcals 4840.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 29.5 grams 235.8 grams
Fat 30.7 grams 245.2 grams
Protein 52.6 grams 420.5 grams
Cook Time
160 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
1
piece
50
g
Butter
or dairy-free spread
Fruits
1
piece
Apple
peeled and chopped into small pieces
75
g
1.5
piece
Lemon
rind and juice only
GrainsCereals
75
g
Breadcrumbs
gluten-free
Meat
1
piece
Turkey
small, with giblets; or use a capon
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Parsley
finely chopped
75
g
Almonds
ground
1
tsp
0.5
tsp
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Other
2
tbsp
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
peeled and finely chopped
1
tsp
Ginger
ground

Steps

  • Remove the giblets, chop the liver, and discard remaining innards.
  • Sauté the chopped liver, onion, and parsley in oil until soft.
  • Combine the sautéed mixture with apple, raisins, lemon, almonds, grains, ginger, seasoning, and optional egg.
  • Stuff the bird at the neck end or body cavity.
  • Secure the cavity with skewers and place the bird in a roasting pan.
  • Melt the honey with the butter and spoon it over the turkey skin.
  • Chill the bird for 24 hours to marinate in the honey mixture.
  • Roast at 170°C for 45 minutes per kg, basting frequently.
  • Rest the cooked bird for 15 minutes before serving.