Grilled Turkey with Gravy Recipe

Name: Grilled Turkey with Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 oven ready turkey, defrosted; 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil; Salt and pepper; Turkey giblet stock; 1 turkey neck; Giblets; 4 cups cold water; Bouquet garni (1 bay leaf, 6 peppercorns, 6 parsley stems, 2 sprigs thyme tied in cheesecloth; 6 tablespoons turkey fat; 6 tablespoons flour; 1/2 cup wine; 3 cups stock

Servings: persons

1 oven ready turkey, defrosted
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Turkey giblet stock
1 turkey neck
Giblets
4 cups cold water
Bouquet garni (1 bay leaf, 6 peppercorns, 6 parsley stems, 2 sprigs thyme tied in cheesecloth
6 tablespoons turkey fat
6 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup wine
3 cups stock

1
Remove neck and giblets; reserve for other uses.
2
Remove and discard excess fat.
3
Rinse the bird inside and out and pat dry.
4
Season body cavity with salt and pepper.
5
Tie legs together and twist wing tips under back.
6
Brush turkey with oil and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7
Arrange turkey breast side up, in center of cooking grate.
8
Place lid on grill.
9
Cook 11 to 13 minutes per pound or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh not touching bone registers 180 degrees and the juices run clear.
10
Transfer turkey to a platter.
11
Let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
12
Combine turkey neck and giblets in a saucepan and cover with water.
13
Bring to a boil and simmer 15 minutes, skimming.
14
Add bouquet.
15
Simmer 20 minutes.
16
Remove stock from heat and strain.
17
Reduce to 3 cups if necessary.
18
Have a roasting pan with 6 tablespoons turkey fat.
19
Add flour to fat and cook for 3 minutes.
20
Add wine to roux and whisk until smooth.
21
Add stock and bring to a boil.

263

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 oven ready turkey, defrosted, 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil, Salt and pepper, Turkey giblet stock, and more.

Yes, Grilled Turkey with Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Turkey with Gravy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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