Turkey with apples
4 servings
60 minutes
Turkey with apples is an elegant dish where the juiciness of the bird combines with the sweet and sour notes of apples and a delicate aromatic stuffing. This dish evokes old festive feasts where turkey was the centerpiece of the table. The stuffing made of greens, onions, bread, and raisins soaked in butter adds a special texture and richness to the flavor. Apples soften the meat, filling it with a refreshing fruity tang. Baked to a golden crust and coated with sour cream or butter, this turkey turns out incredibly juicy. It is perfect for cozy family dinners as well as for formal events. Served with a side dish or fresh vegetables, it highlights the harmony of flavor nuances.
1
The filling is prepared by sautéing parsley, onion, and dill in oil, mixing with raisins, chopped apples, and bread cubes. Add boiled water and mix everything again.
- Parsley: 10 g
- Onion: 150 g
- Dill: 10 g
- Butter: 100 g
- Raisins: 20 g
- Apple: 120 g
- White bread: 200 g
- Water: 100 ml
2
Cut the turkey along the back and remove all bones except for the thighs and wings.
3
Stuff the bird with apples.
- Apple: 120 g
4
Sew the back, tie the wings and thighs with thread, and pin in several places.
5
Salt the turkey and coat it with oil or sour cream.
- Salt: to taste
- Butter: 100 g
- Sour cream: 20 g
6
Place the turkey breast side down on a baking tray and roast in a preheated oven until cooked.
- Turkey: 1.25 kg
