Turkey with prunes and cinnamon in the oven
6 servings
120 minutes
Oven-baked turkey with prunes and cinnamon is a dish that combines tender poultry meat with the aroma of spices and the sweetness of dried fruits. The roots of the recipe trace back to Russian cuisine, where the balance of flavors and natural ingredients are valued. Prunes and dried apricots give the turkey softness and richness, while the honey-lemon sauce adds a light tanginess. Cinnamon brings a warm spiciness, turning each serving into a true gastronomic delight. Baked in the oven at 200 degrees, the turkey becomes juicy and infused with all flavors. This dish is perfect for a festive dinner or a cozy family lunch, offering a rich, harmonious taste with hints of Eastern spices.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Soak prunes and dried apricots in boiling water, then chop finely.
- Prunes: 100 g
- Dried apricots: 100 g
3
Squeeze the juice from half a lemon.
- Lemon: 1 piece
4
Add a teaspoon of honey to the lemon juice and stir.
- Honey: 1 teaspoon
5
Clean and wash the onion, chop it finely.
- Onion: 1 piece
6
Clean and wash the carrot, then chop it finely.
- Carrot: 2 pieces
7
Wash and dry the meat, chop it finely.
- Turkey thigh: 700 g
8
Place the turkey in a baking dish and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
9
Add dried fruits, carrots, onions.
- Prunes: 100 g
- Dried apricots: 100 g
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Onion: 1 piece
10
Put in the oven at 200 degrees for 1.5 hours.
11
Take the turkey out of the oven. Garnish with cinnamon for serving.
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
