Turkey roll with plums
4 servings
90 minutes
Turkey roll with plums is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of the bird with the piquant sweetness of plums and the rich flavor of cheese. This recipe may have originated as an experiment with traditional meat stuffing techniques using fruits popular in medieval Europe. Turkey infused with the aromas of horseradish, mustard, and herbs becomes surprisingly juicy, while plums add a subtle sweet-sour note. Bacon provides a deliciously crispy crust and a hint of smokiness, complementing the soft cheese accent. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings, and its harmonious blend of flavors makes it a true culinary masterpiece.
1
Cut the turkey fillet into one solid piece and pound it a little.
- Turkey fillet: 1 kg
2
Season the pounded fillet with salt and pepper on one side, and also lightly coat it with a marinade of horseradish, mustard, and a mixture of herbs with salt.
- Salt with herbs: to taste
- Table horseradish: 1 tablespoon
- French mustard: 1 tablespoon
3
Place small pieces of plums, soft grated cheese, and optionally crushed garlic on the fillet, then sprinkle with parmesan.
- Plums: 6 pieces
- Grated cheese: 100 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
4
Tightly roll the dough, soak it again in the marinade, wrap it in bacon strips, then tightly in foil.
- Table horseradish: 1 tablespoon
- Bacon: 250 g
5
To fully prepare the dish, it is enough to bake it for one hour at 180 degrees.
6
To create a beautiful golden crust, you need to tear the top layer of foil on the roll and bake it this way for 5-10 minutes.