A delicious and flavorful turkey recipe with a tangy tangerine glaze

This tangerine glazed turkey recipe is perfect for any special occasion. The tangy and slightly sweet glaze adds a burst of flavor to the succulent turkey. It’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests wanting more. The glazing process creates a beautiful shiny finish that makes the turkey visually appealing on your dining table. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create an impressive and mouthwatering centerpiece for your festive gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey (12-15 pounds)
• 3 cups tangerine juice
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons grated tangerine zest
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Rinse the turkey, pat it dry with paper towels, and place it on a rack in a roasting pan.
3. In a saucepan, combine tangerine juice, honey, soy sauce, tangerine zest, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Pour half of the glaze over the turkey, brushing it all over to ensure even coating.
5. Cover the turkey loosely with foil and roast for about 3 hours, basting occasionally with the remaining glaze.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the remaining glaze in the saucepan, stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat until the glaze thickens and becomes glossy.
7. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, remove the foil from the turkey and brush it with the thickened glaze.
8. Continue roasting uncovered until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
9. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving.
10. Serve the tangerine glazed turkey as the centerpiece of your festive meal.
11. Enjoy!

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