Looking to add a unique, aromatic twist to your holiday turkey? This Cardamom-Glazed Roasted Turkey is the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving or festive table! 🌿🍁 The warm, citrusy notes of Green Gold Guide cardamom pair beautifully with the golden, crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat.
🍗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Aromatic & flavorful – The cardamom glaze adds an exotic touch!
✅ Perfect for festive gatherings – A showstopper on any holiday table!
✅ Crispy outside, juicy inside – Thanks to the rich glaze and butter baste!
🌿 Ingredients:
🦃 For the Turkey:
- 1 whole turkey (12-14 lbs)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 1 tablespoon Greengold Guide cardamom powder ✨
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 orange, sliced 🍊
- 1 lemon, sliced 🍋
- 1 onion, quartered 🧅
- Fresh thyme and rosemary (for stuffing) 🌿
🍯 For the Cardamom Glaze:
- ½ cup honey 🍯
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon orange juice 🍊
👨🍳 Instructions:
🔥 1. Prep the Turkey:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
3️⃣ Rub the butter, cardamom, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and garlic all over the turkey, including under the skin for extra flavor.
4️⃣ Stuff the cavity with orange slices, lemon slices, onion, thyme, and rosemary.
🦃 2. Roast the Turkey:
5️⃣ Place the turkey in a roasting pan with a rack. Tuck the wings under the bird and tie the legs together.
6️⃣ Roast uncovered for 45 minutes.
7️⃣ While roasting, mix all glaze ingredients in a small saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes.
🍯 3. Glaze & Baste:
8️⃣ After 45 minutes, brush the turkey with the cardamom glaze every 30 minutes.
9️⃣ Continue roasting, basting with pan drippings, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) (about 3-4 hours total, depending on turkey size).
🔥 4. Rest & Serve:
🔟 Let the turkey rest 20 minutes before carving to keep it juicy! 🦃✨
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
🌿 Pair with cardamom-infused mashed potatoes and honey-glazed carrots for a full feast!
🍷 Serve with a spiced cranberry-cardamom sauce for an extra holiday twist!
🎁 Make Your Festive Meal Extra Special!
For pure, high-quality cardamom, visit Greengold Guide! 🌿✨
