Turkey Leg with Rosemary
2 servings
120 minutes
Turkey leg with rosemary is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines simplicity in preparation and richness of flavor. The roasted leg acquires a golden crispy crust, and thanks to garlic, thyme, and a mix of peppers, it reveals deep aromatic notes. Rosemary adds freshness and spice to the meat, while butter makes it juicy and tender. Historically, turkey is a symbol of the festive table, and roasting with herbs and spices is a tradition of Mediterranean gastronomy. The dish pairs excellently with roasted vegetables, potatoes or a light salad, and its rich flavor makes it ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings.
1
Wash the turkey leg, dry it, and carefully remove the skin downwards. Make five to six cuts around the bone. In a separate bowl, mix thyme, salt, and pepper blend, and rub the mixture onto the leg. Then, place small pieces of butter and one clove of garlic into the cut pockets. Carefully pull the skin back over the leg.
- Turkey drumstick: 1 kg
- Thyme: 10 g
- Coarse salt: 4 g
- Ground black pepper: 4 g
- Ground red pepper: 4 g
- Butter: 150 g
- Garlic: 1 head
2
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Place the chicken drumsticks on a baking tray alongside rosemary sprigs and garlic cloves, then send it to the oven.
- Fresh rosemary: 4 stems
- Garlic: 1 head
3
Bake for an hour, brushing with a piece of butter every half hour.
- Butter: 150 g
4
After an hour, turn the drumstick and bake for another hour, also brush the drumstick with a piece of butter every half hour.
- Butter: 150 g