Category
Meat Course RecipesSlow Cooker RecipesSauces RecipesBaking recipesHealthy Bread RecipesCrock pot recipesChristmas recipesTime
120 min
Serving
6 persons
Calories
0
Cuisine
This Black Soy Glazed Turkey Breast recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The turkey breast is marinated in a savory black soy sauce, giving it a rich and umami flavor. It is then roasted to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat with a sticky glaze. This recipe is sure to impress your guests and add a unique twist to your holiday feast.
Ingredients
- turkey breast (approximately 3-4 pounds): 1 piece
- black soy sauce: 0.5 cup
- honey: 0.25 cup
- rice vinegar: 2 Tbsp
- vegetable oil: 2 Tbsp
- garlic cloves: 4 piece (minced)
- ginger: 1 Tbsp (grated)
- sesame oil: 1 tsp
- red pepper flakes: 0.5 tsp (optional)
- salt and pepper: 0 Tbsp (to taste)
- cilantro: 0 Tbsp (for garnish, fresh, optional)
- sesame seeds: 0 Tbsp (for garnish, optional)
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Stages of cooking
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In a bowl, whisk together the black soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, red pepper flakes (if desired), salt, and pepper.
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Place the turkey breast in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Make sure the turkey breast is fully coated with the marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the turkey breast from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
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Place the turkey breast on a roasting rack in a baking dish. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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While the turkey is roasting, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Baste the turkey breast with the thickened glaze every 15 minutes during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
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Once the turkey breast is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.
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Serve the Black Soy Glazed Turkey Breast with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
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This Black Soy Glazed Turkey Breast recipe is a perfect addition to your Christmas feast or any special occasion. The black soy sauce adds a unique flavor profile to the tender and succulent turkey breast, making it a crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you choose to slow cook it or roast it in the oven, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Enjoy!