Mohamed Shili This delicious Apple-Sage Glazed Grilled Whole Turkey is perfect for a flavorful and simple holiday meal. With a sweet and tangy apple glaze and tender, juicy turkey, this recipe offers flexibility by using fresh apples and pantry staples. The grilled apple slices add a smoky touch, making it a standout dish for any gathering.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 tablespoon canola oil, plus more for brushing on the turkey
- 1 small red onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 serrano chile, coarsely chopped
- 3/4 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped, plus 2 peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 whole (20 pound) turkey
How To Make Apple-Sage Glazed Grilled Whole Turkey with Grilled Apples?
- Prepare the glaze: Preheat the grill to medium-high. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan on the grates of the grill or on a burner. Cook the onion in the hot oil until it becomes soft, which should take about 3 minutes. Add the chopped serrano chile and cook it for 1 more minute until fragrant. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and granulated sugar, cooking until the sugar has fully dissolved.
- Cook the apples and blend: Add the chopped apples to the mixture and continue cooking until the apples become soft, and the mixture thickens slightly, which takes around 10 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool down a bit. Transfer it to a food processor, then add the chopped fresh sage. Pulse until the mixture becomes smooth, and season it with salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to cool to room temperature before using.
- Grill the turkey: Position a large drip pan filled with a small amount of water under the spot where you will place the turkey on the grill. Brush the entire turkey with oil and generously season with salt and pepper. Grill the turkey on all sides until it turns golden brown. After browning, lower the heat of the grill to maintain a steady temperature of around 175°C (350°F).
- Glaze and finish the turkey: Continue cooking the turkey until a meat thermometer inserted into the thigh reads between 77°C and 80°C (170°F and 175°F). During the last 15 minutes of cooking, begin brushing the turkey with the apple glaze, ensuring an even coating. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the grill and give it a final brush of the glaze. Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.
- Grill the apple slices: While the turkey rests, grill the reserved apple slices for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they develop grill marks and become tender. Serve these grilled apples alongside the turkey for an elegant touch.
Recipe Tips:
- Check the temperature: Always use a meat thermometer to check that the turkey reaches 170-175°F (77-80°C) in the thigh, so it’s safely cooked and juicy.
- Let the turkey rest: After grilling, allow the turkey to rest for at least 15 minutes to keep the juices inside and make slicing easier.
- Layer on the glaze: Start brushing on the apple glaze in the last 15 minutes of grilling and add another coat right after removing it from the grill.
- Keep the heat steady: Once the turkey is browned, lower the grill temperature to 350°F (175°C) to cook it evenly without burning.
- Don’t skip grilling the apples: Grill the apple slices for a few minutes on each side for a sweet, smoky flavor that pairs nicely with the turkey.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover turkey cool to room temperature first. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to keep it fresh.
- Freeze: After cooling, wrap the turkey slices tightly in foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Place the turkey slices in an oven-safe dish with a splash of broth or water to keep them moist. Cover the dish with foil and heat for 15-20 minutes, or until thoroughly warmed.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (based on an estimated 12 servings for a 20-pound turkey)
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Potassium: 850mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 50g
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Apple-Sage Glazed Grilled Whole Turkey with Grilled Apples
Description
This delicious Apple-Sage Glazed Grilled Whole Turkey is perfect for a flavorful and simple holiday meal. With a sweet and tangy apple glaze and tender, juicy turkey, this recipe offers flexibility by using fresh apples and pantry staples. The grilled apple slices add a smoky touch, making it a standout dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze: Preheat the grill to medium-high. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan on the grates of the grill or on a burner. Cook the onion in the hot oil until it becomes soft, which should take about 3 minutes. Add the chopped serrano chile and cook it for 1 more minute until fragrant. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and granulated sugar, cooking until the sugar has fully dissolved.
- Cook the apples and blend: Add the chopped apples to the mixture and continue cooking until the apples become soft, and the mixture thickens slightly, which takes around 10 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool down a bit. Transfer it to a food processor, then add the chopped fresh sage. Pulse until the mixture becomes smooth, and season it with salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to cool to room temperature before using.
- Grill the turkey: Position a large drip pan filled with a small amount of water under the spot where you will place the turkey on the grill. Brush the entire turkey with oil and generously season with salt and pepper. Grill the turkey on all sides until it turns golden brown. After browning, lower the heat of the grill to maintain a steady temperature of around 175°C (350°F).
- Glaze and finish the turkey: Continue cooking the turkey until a meat thermometer inserted into the thigh reads between 77°C and 80°C (170°F and 175°F). During the last 15 minutes of cooking, begin brushing the turkey with the apple glaze, ensuring an even coating. Once cooked, remove the turkey from the grill and give it a final brush of the glaze. Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing to lock in the juices.
- Grill the apple slices: While the turkey rests, grill the reserved apple slices for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they develop grill marks and become tender. Serve these grilled apples alongside the turkey for an elegant touch.
Notes
- Check the temperature: Always use a meat thermometer to check that the turkey reaches 170-175°F (77-80°C) in the thigh, so it’s safely cooked and juicy.
- Let the turkey rest: After grilling, allow the turkey to rest for at least 15 minutes to keep the juices inside and make slicing easier.
- Layer on the glaze: Start brushing on the apple glaze in the last 15 minutes of grilling and add another coat right after removing it from the grill.
- Keep the heat steady: Once the turkey is browned, lower the grill temperature to 350°F (175°C) to cook it evenly without burning.
- Don’t skip grilling the apples: Grill the apple slices for a few minutes on each side for a sweet, smoky flavor that pairs nicely with the turkey.
Apple-Sage Glazed Grilled Whole Turkey with Grilled Apples