Turkey Drumsticks, Seared, Braised and Glazed

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
55%
Turkey Drumsticks, Seared, Braised and Glazed
140 min.
3
1042kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy main course option for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this mouthwatering Turkey Drumsticks, Seared, Braised, and Glazed recipe! With a recipe health score of 55, this dish is perfect for those looking to enjoy a tasty meal without compromising on their dietary needs. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe serves 3 and is ready in just 140 minutes.

The star of this show-stopping dish is the turkey drumsticks, which are marinated overnight to infuse maximum flavor. The unique combination of herbs and spices, including fresh parsley, rosemary, sage, and garlic, creates a fragrant and unforgettable taste. The glaze, made from a mix of brown sugar, orange juice, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, adds a perfect balance of sweet and spicy to the turkey.

To accompany the succulent turkey, this recipe includes a side of sweet potatoes and onions, which are simmered in a rich stock and seasoned with a generous amount of salt and pepper. The result is a hearty and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

With a caloric breakdown of 21.88% protein, 36.5% fat, and 41.62% carbs, this recipe is a well-rounded option for any time of day. So why not give it a try and impress your family and friends with your cooking skills? Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried
  •  bay leaf fresh
  • tablespoons parsley fresh
  • tablespoons rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  •  sage fresh
  •  sage fresh
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  garlic clove minced
  •  jalapeno minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup onion diced
  •  onion peeled
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • servings bell pepper 
  • servings bell pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • servings salt 
  • cups veggie broth 
  •  sweet potatoes and into sliced
  • sprig thyme sprigs fresh
  • lbs turkey legs (3 legs)
  • cup wine 
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 
  • tablespoon frangelico 
  • leaves frangelico fresh
  • tablespoon frangelico 
  • leaves frangelico fresh

Equipment

  • pot
  • grill
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Mix the marinade ingredients together and message into turkey placing some under the skin. Marinade overnight.
  2. Remove form refrigerator and let come to room temperature.Meanwhile gather braising ingredients.Preheat heat grill to medium high.Sear legs to brown on all sides.Meanwhile in a heavy dutch oven on grill over medium high heat melt butter.
  3. Add onions, potatoes, garlic and salt and pepper cook for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add remaining braising ingredients and bring to a boil.As legs brown remove from flame and place in pot. Nestling into the liquid. Cover and place over indirect heat. Simmer for 1 - 1 1/2 hours. Till fork tender. Times depends on how hot your grill gets.Glaze:.
  5. Mix glaze ingredients together.
  6. Remove legs and sweet potato slices and place on a oiled grill over direct heat.
  7. Brush glaze over legs and the turkey flipping when charred. And brushing again with glaze.Strain broth and save to use for a later use. It is rich and not to be tossed.
  8. Serve turkey and sweet potatoes with the onions, cranberries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1042kcal
Protein21.88%
Fat36.5%
Carbs41.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
163
Glycemic Load
21.08
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
50.167391652646%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Malvidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.62mg
Epicatechin
0.44mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.67mg
Naringenin
0.88mg
Apigenin
5.81mg
Luteolin
1.26mg
Isorhamnetin
4.34mg
Kaempferol
0.67mg
Myricetin
0.88mg
Quercetin
18.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1042.45kcal
52.12%
Fat:40.49g
62.29%
Saturated Fat:8.53g
53.31%
Carbohydrates:103.88g
34.63%
Net Carbohydrates:93.24g
33.9%
Sugar:65.48g
72.75%
Cholesterol:178.2mg
59.4%
Sodium:1965.84mg
85.47%
Alcohol:8.24g
100%
Alcohol %:1.06%
100%
Protein:54.62g
109.25%
Vitamin A:26746.47IU
534.93%
Vitamin C:219.09mg
265.56%
Selenium:69.16µg
98.8%
Vitamin B6:1.86mg
93.16%
Vitamin K:71.19µg
67.8%
Phosphorus:614.03mg
61.4%
Zinc:8.99mg
59.94%
Copper:1.09mg
54.71%
Manganese:1.09mg
54.51%
Potassium:1881.88mg
53.77%
Vitamin B3:10.24mg
51.19%
Vitamin B2:0.81mg
47.93%
Vitamin B5:4.73mg
47.33%
Vitamin E:6.52mg
43.45%
Fiber:10.64g
42.55%
Iron:7.55mg
41.94%
Folate:138.98µg
34.75%
Magnesium:137.23mg
34.31%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.14%
Calcium:188.56mg
18.86%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.31%
Source:Food.com