Oven Roasted Jerk Turkey: A Delicious and Bold Alternative to Traditional Roasted Turkey!

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: generic spice blend

Homemade mixes can be lower in sodium and tailored to taste.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: habanero peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeño peppers

Habaneros maintain heat while being more accessible.

Preheat oven to 350F/176C degrees.

In a food processor combine all ingredients (except turkey) and blend to a smooth paste.

Rinse and dry turkey thoroughly.

Prepare turkey according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Place turkey on roasting pan with rack.

Transfer jerk seasoning to turkey coating thoroughly (including turkey cavity).

Secure turkey legs with rope/twine.

Cover and marinate turkey in refrigerator for 4-6 hours (optional).

Bake @ 350F/176C for 182 minutes (approx. 3 hours).

Turkey internal temperature should read 165F/74C (use a meat thermometer).

Allow turkey to rest for 20 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens