Turkey drumstick with potatoes
Origin of the recipe
This recipe for baked drumsticks with potatoes in a honey-balsamic rosemary marinade is an example of modern culinary fusion, combining the traditions of various cuisines with current gastronomic trends. Turkey is a nutritious and hypoallergenic meat with a low fat content. Turkey legs are especially popular: they are softer and more flavorful than the breast. Marinated and baked, they are especially tender and delicious.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
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Turkey drumstick
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Rosemary
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Honey
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Soy sauce
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Balsamic vinegar
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Olive oil
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Small potatoes
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Carrot
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Leek
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Lemon
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
- Bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Foil
- Deep baking tray/pan
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Place the turkey drumsticks on a baking sheet or in a dish. Prepare the marinade. Combine the rosemary, honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl.
Step 2:
Coat the turkey evenly with the marinade and let marinate for 2 hours.
Step 3:
Cut the potatoes into wedges, and roughly chop the carrots and leeks. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the vegetables. Add salt and pepper, and toss gently to distribute the lemon juice and seasonings.
Step 4:
Remove the drumsticks from the baking sheet. Pour the vegetables into the marinade on the baking sheet, mix well, and distribute evenly.
Step 5:
Place the drumsticks on top of the vegetables.
Step 6:
Cover the baking tray with foil and bake for about 1 hour at 180 °C.
Step 7:
Remove the finished dish from the oven. Carefully remove the foil. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes—this will allow the juices to distribute evenly, and the drumsticks will become even more tender. Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs (parsley or dill). The dish is ready to serve!
Cooking tips
If you have time, it is best to marinate the turkey for at least 4 hours, or even better, leave it to marinate overnight.
When roasting, be careful and cover the dish tightly with foil. This will reduce the amount of juices that escape from the turkey and make it softer and healthier.
