Quick-Roasted Turkey with Parsley-Caper Sauce
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This quick-roasted turkey with parsley-caper sauce is a revelation for anyone looking to enjoy a traditional roast without the hours of waiting. By using the spatchcock technique—removing the backbone and flattening the bird—you significantly reduce the cooking time while ensuring the meat remains exceptionally succulent and the skin stays perfectly crisp. It is a brilliant way to modernise a classic bird, making it suitable for a weekend gathering or a simplified festive centerpiece.
As a diabetes-friendly main course, this dish prioritises lean protein and heart-healthy fats. Rather than a heavy flour-based gravy, the turkey is paired with a vibrant, zesty sauce made from flat-leaf parsley, salty capers, and extra-virgin olive oil. This fresh accompaniment adds a sophisticated punch of flavour and a lovely brightness that cuts through the richness of the meat, keeping the meal light yet deeply satisfying.
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Ingredients for Quick-Roasted Turkey with Parsley-Caper Sauce
One 10-5.4kg turkey, giblets reserved for another use
80ml extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 medium shallot, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons brine-packed capers, drained
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
Large rimmed baking sheet
sharp kitchen shears
parchment paper
How to make Quick-Roasted Turkey with Parsley-Caper Sauce
Preheat the oven to 232°C. Place the turkey on a cutting board, breast side down. Using a sharp pair of kitchen shears, cut out the backbone. Flip the turkey over and open it like a book. Press on the turkey with your hands to flatten and pat dry with paper towels. Place the turkey, breast side up, on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the oil over the turkey, and rub into the skin, then season generously with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, baste with the pan juices, and return to the oven. Continue roasting until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 74°C, 20 to 25 minutes more.
Meanwhile, make the parsley-caper sauce: Combine all the ingredients in a blender and pulse until combined and still slightly chunky. (The mixture should look heavy on the herbs.)
Let the turkey rest 30 minutes before carving, then serve with the parsley-caper sauce.
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16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine
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