Cranberry Barbecued Turkey is a unique and flavorful twist on traditional cranberry and turkey recipes. This recipe combines the sweet and tangy flavors of cranberry sauce with a touch of barbecue sauce to create a deliciously sweet and spicy glaze for turkey legs. Slow cooking the turkey legs allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in tender and juicy meat that is infused with the irresistible combination of cranberry and barbecue.
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 pounds (1/3 kg) turkey legs
- 1 pound (455 g) jellied cranberry sauce
- ½ cup (140 g) chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons (28 ml) cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
PREPARATION:
- Place the turkey legs in the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, combine the jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, cider vinegar, and cinnamon to make the glaze.
- Pour the glaze mixture over the turkey legs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the turkey is tender and cooked through.
YIELD:
- 6 servings
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING:
- 143 g water; 242 calories (22% from fat, 47% from protein, 32% from carb)
- 28 g protein; 6 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 1 g monounsaturated fat; 2 g polyunsaturated fat
- 19 g carb; 1 g fiber; 18 g sugar; 255 mg phosphorus; 29 mg calcium; 2 mg iron; 132 mg sodium
- 409 mg potassium; 220 IU vitamin A; 0 mg ATE vitamin E; 3 mg vitamin C; 102 mg cholesterol
Cranberry Barbecued Turkey is a delightful and unexpected twist on the classic combination of cranberry and turkey. By adding a touch of barbecue flavor to turkey legs, this recipe creates a unique and irresistible sweet and spicy glaze that perfectly complements the rich and savory taste of the meat.
To prepare this recipe, start by placing the turkey legs in the slow cooker. In a separate bowl, combine jellied cranberry sauce, chili sauce, cider vinegar, and cinnamon to create the flavorful glaze. Pour the glaze mixture over the turkey legs, ensuring they are well coated. The slow cooker allows the turkey legs to cook slowly and gently, resulting in tender and juicy meat that easily falls off the bone.
Cook the turkey legs on low for 8 to 9 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the turkey is tender and fully cooked. The long cooking time allows the flavors of the cranberry and barbecue glaze to infuse into the meat, creating a delectable combination of sweetness and spiciness.
The resulting Cranberry Barbecued Turkey legs are rich, flavorful, and sure to please your taste buds. The cranberry sauce provides a touch of sweetness and tanginess, while the chili sauce and cider vinegar add a pleasant spiciness and depth of flavor. The hint of cinnamon adds a warm and aromatic note that enhances the overall taste profile of the dish.
Serve the Cranberry Barbecued Turkey legs as a main course for a family dinner or a special occasion. They pair well with a variety of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. The tender and succulent turkey legs, coated in the sweet and spicy cranberry-barbecue glaze, will be a standout dish on any dining table.
This recipe yields 6 servings, making it perfect for a small gathering or for meal prepping. Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors continue to develop and intensify over time.
Whether you’re looking for a new way to enjoy turkey or want to impress your guests with a unique and flavorful dish, Cranberry Barbecued Turkey is an excellent choice. The combination of cranberry and barbecue flavors creates a delightful and unexpected taste experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
