Description
The “Savory Puerto Rican Roasted Turkey” recipe provides an exquisite twist to the traditional holiday turkey, infusing it with the rich and aromatic flavors of Puerto Rico. This recipe involves a blend of sofrito, garlic, and various herbs, offering a succulent and moist turkey that is both flavorsome and visually appealing. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive occasion, this turkey is sure to be the highlight of your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Turkey (15-17 lbs, thawed)
- 3 tbsp Sofrito (homemade or store-bought)
- 7 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Adobo (adjust as needed)
- 2 tsp Pepper
- 2 tsp Rosemary
- 3 tsp Oregano
- 1 stick Butter (melted)
- 1 packet Sazon
- Salt (to taste)
- 3 tbsp Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey: Rinse the turkey thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels to ensure the surface is ready for seasoning.
- Season the Cavity: Mix 1 teaspoon of pepper, 2 teaspoons of rosemary, 2 teaspoons of oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Place this mixture inside the turkey’s cavity.
- Prepare the Sofrito Mixture: Melt the stick of butter and combine it with the sofrito in a bowl. To this mixture, add the remaining pepper, adobo, lemon juice, and 5 minced or pressed garlic cloves, blending well.
- Season the Turkey: Separate the skin from the turkey’s breast carefully and make small slits in the thighs and legs. Spoon some of the sofrito mixture into these slits and then rub the rest of the mixture all over the turkey’s outer skin, ensuring even coverage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours