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Lemon and oregano Turkey Side

Our tested Baked Turkey Side: herby, generous, and balanced with lemon and oregano. Serves 4 people with plenty to go around.

4.6 from 2,764 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook120 min
Serves4
LevelAdvanced
Free to cook
Lemon and oregano Turkey Side
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the lemon and oregano elements, and pat the turkey dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the turkey. Transfer to the oven and bake until set, bubbling and golden on top.

Stir in the red wine vinegar and the rest of the lemon and oregano flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the asparagus along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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