Amanda Murray
@amanmu
Jerk Spice Roast Turkey
This Jerk Spice Roast Turkey is a flavorful twist on the traditional Thanksgiving turkey, marinated with a spicy blend of herbs and spices, perfect for those looking to add a Caribbean flair to their holiday feast.
Details
- Cuisine:caribbean
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:16
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup, diced
- 1/4 cup, sliced
- 6 cloves, roughly chopped
- 2, seeded and chopped
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2, juiced
- 3 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons, packed
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Jerk Spice Roast Turkey.
Step 1
Start by gathering all your ingredients to create a delicious marinade for your turkey.
Step 2
In a blender or with an immersion blender, combine the diced yellow onion, green onions, garlic, and habanero peppers.
Step 3
Add in the fresh thyme, dried thyme, kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, and nutmeg for a burst of flavor.
Step 4
Pour in the lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and vegetable oil, then blend everything together until you have a smooth mixture that smells amazing.
Step 5
Next, take your turkey breasts and place them in a large bowl.
Step 6
Open them up and pour the vibrant marinade over the top.
Step 7
Flip and toss the turkey to ensure every inch is coated in that flavorful goodness.
Step 8
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or if you have the time, up to 12 hours for an even deeper flavor.
Step 9
When you're ready to cook, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 10
Transfer the marinated turkey to a roasting pan, tying it together with cooking twine to keep it nice and compact.
Step 11
Surround the turkey with sliced onions, which will caramelize beautifully as it roasts, and sprinkle a little extra salt on top.
Step 12
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to get that lovely golden color.
Step 13
After that, reduce the temperature to 300°F (150°C) and continue roasting.
Step 14
Keep an eye on it, and when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads at least 145°F (63°C), it’s time to take it out.
Step 15
This should take about 1 hour and 15 minutes longer.
Step 16
Once your turkey is perfectly cooked, loosely tent it with foil and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
Step 17
This step is crucial as it allows the juices to redistribute, making your turkey extra juicy.
Step 18
Finally, remove the twine, slice, and serve your beautifully roasted turkey, ready to impress your family and friends with its incredible flavor! Enjoy every bite!.