Abuela's Cuban Mojo Turkey

turkey

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, and pork is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is less expensive.

orange juice

🥗Healthier: fresh orange juice

💰Cheaper: canned orange juice

Fresh juice is more nutritious, while canned is budget-friendly.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder, and banana peppers are often cheaper.

Clean and prep the turkey on a sheet pan to catch juices.

Cut open the turkey packaging and remove it over the sink to catch any liquid.

Remove the giblets and neck from the cavity of the turkey.

Rinse the turkey under cold water, ensuring the cavity is clean and free of blood or impurities.

Pat dry the turkey thoroughly, inside and out, with paper towels.

Prepare a roasting pan with a fitted rack or use a bed of carrots and onions instead of a rack.

Stuff the cavity of the turkey with the mojo marinade, ensuring it covers every inch, including under the skin.

Season the turkey with salt, making sure to cover it evenly.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens