Turkey drumstick in a sleeve with potatoes
2 servings
70 minutes
Turkey drumstick in a sleeve with potatoes is a harmonious combination of flavors and textures, creating a cozy home dish with a rich history. Baking meat in a sleeve preserves its juiciness, while the marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and spices infuses the turkey with deep aroma. Potatoes and apples baked alongside the meat become soft, enriching the dish with sweetness and a slight tanginess. This recipe originates from American culinary tradition that values simplicity and richness of flavors. It is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, delighting with its tender taste and appetizing aroma. Serving it with vegetables highlights its versatility, making the dish not only hearty but also harmonious in flavor balance.
1
Wash the turkey shanks thoroughly. Make 10-15 deep cuts in each leg with a knife.
- Turkey drumstick: 1 piece
2
In a bowl, mix olive oil, juice of half a lemon, garlic pressed through a press, basil, ground pepper, and salt. You should get a liquid paste.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon: 5 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Basil: 1 teaspoon
- Mix of peppers: to taste
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
3
Coat the turkey shanks with the prepared marinade and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Turkey drumstick: 1 piece
4
Peel the potatoes and cut them into large pieces.
- Potato: 500 g
5
Cut the apples into large pieces as well. It's best to use late varieties of apples, such as Antonovka.
- Apple: 2 pieces
6
Place the vegetables and turkey in a roasting bag. Make several holes in it with a toothpick.
- Turkey drumstick: 1 piece
- Potato: 500 g
- Apple: 2 pieces
7
Place everything in a baking dish for reliability and put it in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 1-1.5 hours.
8
Baked turkey leg in a sleeve turns out very tasty, juicy, and aromatic. It can be served with fresh vegetables, and potatoes with apples can be used as a side dish.
- Potato: 500 g
- Apple: 2 pieces