Carla Hall's Pan Seared Turkey with Spicy Gremolata

A turkey recipe with Carla's touch!

skill level

Easy

time

Over 120min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Carla Hall

Carla puts her spin on Thanksgiving turkey.

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step 1

ingredients 1 turkey (11 - 15) pounds cut into 8 pieces
4 cups water
1/2 - 3/4 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
10 each whole allspice/cloves/black peppercorns
5 each star anise
7-8 thyme sprigs
1/2 cup olive oil

instructions Combine all the brining ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag and shake to dissolve salt and sugar. Place turkey parts in bag and place in refrigerator for 6 hours or overnight.
step 2

ingredients 1 1/2 cups packed flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup sage leaves
4 garlic cloves (smashed)
3 tablespoons lemon zest (finely grated)
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flake
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil

instructions Remove turkey from brine and rinse thoroughly. Pat dry. Gently loose skin from turkey pieces. Combine spicy gremolata ingredients and liberally rub spicy gremolata under the skin on each part.
step 3

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instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat heavy skillet to medium high heat. Sear each piece until golden brown on all sides. Place seared pieces on a sheet pan, and finish cooking them in the oven. Cook all the pieces to an internal temperature of 170 degrees.
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