Compound Butter for turkey
This quick Garlic Compound Butter for turkey is the easiest way to get a juicy delicious bird.
- 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened ((1 stick))
- zest from one whole orange (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon of Brazilian sofrito (or 3 cloves of garlic, minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
- 3 sprigs of fresh oregano leaves, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
- Add all of the ingredients to medium-sized bowl.
- Stir with a spatula until combined.
- Use it on seasoned/salted/brined chicken or turkey up to 10 lbs. Apply and spread liberally under the skin of the chest area, then apply the rest under the skin on the thighs and over the skin all over.
- Bake as desired.
These simple components will add subtle flavors to compliment your brined turkey—and it's in addition great to use on chicken, so save this compound butter method to to use all year long! Elements 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened ((1 stick)) zest from one whole orange (about 2 teaspoons) 1 tablespoon of Brazilian sofrito (or 3 cloves of garlic, minced) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced 3 sprigs of fresh oregano leaves, minced salt and pepper to taste Method Add all of the elements to medium-sized bowl.
Use it on seasoned/salted/brined chicken or turkey up to 10 lbs. Apply and spread liberally under the skin of the chest area, then apply the rest under the skin on the thighs and over the skin all over.
