Blast Furnace-Roasted Turkey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Blast Furnace-Roasted Turkey
45 min.
23
239kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will elevate your holiday gatherings and family dinners! Introducing the Blast Furnace-Roasted Turkey, a show-stopping main course that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with flavor. Imagine a beautifully roasted turkey, perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs like chives, parsley, sage, and thyme, creating a mouthwatering aroma that fills your kitchen.

This recipe is designed for those who want to impress without spending all day in the kitchen. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up to 23 people with a delicious turkey that boasts a mere 239 calories per serving. The secret to its incredible taste lies in the unique roasting method, which uses rock salt to create a crispy exterior while keeping the meat juicy and tender inside.

Whether it's a festive lunch, a cozy dinner, or a special occasion, this turkey will be the centerpiece of your meal. With a delightful balance of protein and healthy fats, it’s a dish that everyone can enjoy. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a memorable feast that will have your guests raving about your cooking skills!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons chives fresh minced
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons sage fresh minced
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh minced
  • teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • cups rock salt 
  • tablespoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots minced
  • 12 pound turkey 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Remove and discard giblets and neck from turkey. Rinse turkey under cold water, and pat dry. Trim excess fat from turkey. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breast and drumsticks by inserting one hand, palm side down. Gently push hand beneath the skin and against the meat to loosen skin.
  2. Combine 1 tablespoon salt and the next 6 ingredients (1 tablespoon of salt through pepper) in a bowl; stir well. Rub herb mixture on breast and drumsticks beneath the skin. Tie ends of legs together with cord. Lift wing tips up and over back, and tuck under turkey.
  3. Spread rock salt in bottom of a shallow roasting pan.
  4. Place turkey, breast side up, on rock salt. Insert meat thermometer in meaty part of thigh, making sure it does not touch bone.
  5. Bake at 500 for 1 1/2 hours or until thermometer reaches 16
  6. Cover turkey loosely with aluminum foil; let stand 15 minutes. Discard skin before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories239kcal
Protein62.47%
Fat36.7%
Carbs0.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.08
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.54739144574%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.14mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:239.4kcal
11.97%
Fat:9.52g
14.65%
Saturated Fat:2.47g
15.47%
Carbohydrates:0.48g
0.16%
Net Carbohydrates:0.29g
0.1%
Sugar:0.18g
0.2%
Cholesterol:120.98mg
40.33%
Sodium:39856.66mg
1732.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.47g
72.94%
Copper:1.75mg
87.41%
Vitamin B3:12.84mg
64.22%
Selenium:35.91µg
51.3%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.63%
Vitamin B12:2.05µg
34.17%
Phosphorus:309.44mg
30.94%
Zinc:3.13mg
20.84%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.56%
Vitamin B5:1.37mg
13.72%
Magnesium:45.59mg
11.4%
Potassium:398.22mg
11.38%
Iron:2mg
11.13%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.02%
Vitamin K:9.26µg
8.82%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.58%
Calcium:50.6mg
5.06%
Vitamin A:178.83IU
3.58%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.36%
Folate:13.41µg
3.35%
Vitamin C:1.89mg
2.29%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes