Roast Turkey
A simple, juicy roast turkey with crispy golden skin, seasoned with a classic blend of herbs and spices. Perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Total time
- 200 min
- Servings
- 10
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 60g
Ingredients
- 5 kg whole turkey
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pat the 5kg turkey dry with paper towels, inside and out.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
- 3
Rub the seasoning mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin and inside the cavity.
- 4
Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast for about 3 hours, until the skin is golden and crispy and a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- 5
Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before carving. The juices will redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
Tools you’ll need
- Roasting pan with rack
- Meat thermometer
- Basting brush
- Paper towels
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