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Turkey Sauerkraut Bake

Turkey Sauerkraut Bake is finely roasted turkey recipe baked in sauerkraut with roast juice for the best results. Mashed potatoes make a great side dish.

Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine European
Keyword Turkey Sauerkraut Bake
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 3 people

Ingredients

  • 1 turkey wing (960 grams )
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 spring onions or ½ red onion, sliced
  • 4 cups sauerkraut
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Juniper, black pepper, salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Rub turkey wing with salt and leave to rest for 1 – 2 hours.

  2. Place turkey wing in a large pan. Add oil. Fry until it gets lightly brown on all sides. It takes 15 – 20 mins. Add onions and fry for another 5 minutes. If necessary, add few tablespoons of water not to over burn the onions.

  3. Preheat oven to 180 C / 356 F.

  4. Replace the wing into the baking dish and place sauerkraut all over the meat. Add juniper, black pepper, and salt. Spread leftover roast juice over the sauerkraut, cover and bake for 45 minutes.

  5. Take the cover off and bake for additional 30 minutes or until meat becomes golden brown.

  6. Take out from the oven and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Mashed potatoes or polenta are great side dishes to this comforting lunch or dinner.