Glazed Christmas Turkey Crown
A delicious, fuss-free roast turkey with a sticky honey glaze, perfect for Christmas.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Roasting tin
Ingredients
For the Turkey:
- 50 g butter softened
- 2 kg turkey crown on the bone
- 1 tsp Chinese five spice or a pinch of ground cloves
- Sea salt to taste
For the Glaze:
- 4 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
Instructions
Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan)/Gas 5.
- Rub the butter all over the turkey crown and season generously with salt and half of the Chinese five spice (or ground cloves).
- Place the turkey crown in a roasting tin, skin-side up, and roast for 30 minutes.
Step 2:
- While the turkey is roasting, mix the glaze ingredients—honey, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar—and the remaining Chinese five spice in a bowl.
Step 3:
- Remove the turkey crown from the oven and brush the skin generously with half the glaze.
- Return the turkey to the oven and roast for an additional hour, glazing twice more during this time.
- The turkey is done when the glaze is sticky and caramelized, and the internal temperature of the thickest part reaches 74°C (165°F).
Step 4:
- Remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
- Save the juices from the roasting tin to make a flavorful gravy if desired.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice
Pair with a light red wine like Pinot Noir or a dry white such as Chardonnay for a festive touch.
Nutrition values
Calories: 430 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 60 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 10 g