34 turkey recipes for the festive season
Our best Christmas turkey recipes for Christmas lunch or dinner ideas, complete with Christmas stuffing recipes like our stuffed turkey roll recipe.
Citrus brined turkey with herb butter & gravy
How to make the ultimate traditional Christmas main.
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Steph De Sousa’s air fryer turkey roll & stuffing balls
The ultimate easy festive dinner.
Roast turkey roll with pear, prune & walnut stuffing
Serve this mouthwatering roast for Christmas dinner.
Butterflied turkey roast
Discover a delicious Christmas turkey recipe with crispy skin and tender meat, perfect for your holiday feast.
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22 delicious dinners using turkey mince
Gobble up these fabulous meals using the protein packed lean mince.
Roast turkey breast with cranberry and pistachio stuffing
Take some of the stress out of the big day by reducing your cooking time with a rolled turkey.
Whole turkey with bacon, onion and sage stuffing
Your guests will love this festive turkey stuffed with a gorgeous bacon, sage and onion stuffing.
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32 Christmas dinners that aren’t Christmas ham
Sick of Christmas ham, or just fancy something a little different this year? From turkey, veal, duck, chicken and deliciously fresh fish, there's plenty of alternatives on offer.
Cranberry and macadamia turkey buffe
The whole family will be filled with Christmas cheer.
19 turkey recipes for the festive season
Our best Christmas turkey recipes for Christmas lunch or dinner ideas, complete with Christmas stuffing recipes like our stuffed turkey roll recipe.
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Green turkey wraps
A midweek marvel, you can conjure up these crunchy lettuce wraps in mere minutes.
Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne
This Italian comfort food favourite uses lean ground turkey mince making it healthy alternative for everyone!
Roast turkey with bacon, onion and sage stuffing
Tis the season for this tender, flavoursome, and mouthwatering roast turkey with bacon, onion and sage stuffing - perfect for Christmas lunch or dinner!
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The green turkey burger
Take this delicious lettuce wrapped burger to the next step and veg it up! Replace turkey patties with pan-fried haloumi or fried flat mushrooms.
7 deliciously easy whole turkey recipes
Whether it's set to be your next Christmas centrepiece or just this Sunday's roast dinner, a flavoursome and succulent turkey is bound to impress. And with stuffing ideas including pancetta and macadamia, lemon and parsley and pear and prosciutto, you're sure to find a recipe you'll love. Happy cooking!
Turkey breast recipes
Leaner than chicken and just as versatile, turkey is a great option for those looking to lower their fat intake or switch up their family dinners. To get you started, we've pulled together 12 of our favourite ways with this lean protein, from crumbed schnitzels to a peri-peri-marinated recipe for something with a bit of kick, plus delicious salads and noodle dishes you'll love.
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24 delicious dinners using turkey mince
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Julie Goodwin’s Christmas turkey with apricot and almond stuffing
Succulent juicy turkey with a mouthwatering apricot and almond stuffing. The perfect dish for Christmas lunch!
Turkey roll with cherry and almond stuffing
Christmas wouldn't be complete without turkey! Enjoy this deliciously succulent turkey roll with sweet cherry and almond stuffing. Easy, delicious, and perfect for the festive season!
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Turkey quesadillas
Enjoy the best of Mexican cuisine with these delicious quesadillas. Just pop these turkey-filled tortillas in the sandwich presser for a tasty meal that's never been simpler.
Prosciutto-wrapped turkey with pears
This succulent oven-roasted turkey with salty prosciutto is served with tenderly cooked pears and a sauce made from sour, fruity juices. It's sure top enliven any festive feast.
Quinoa, chicken and turkey meatloaf
Chutney and a green salad give this tasty meal a refreshing edge.
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Turkey breast with cranberry stuffing and red wine gravy
This is the Christmas recipe our Taste writers have received the most compliments for over the years.
Cajun turkey burgers
Suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
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Traffic light pasta salad
For the perfect balanced lunch, add fresh fruit, grissini (bread sticks) and water. Not suitable to freeze. Pasta suitable to microwave. Note
Turkey and noodle soup
Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note
Thai turkey meatballs with spicy rice noodles
Uncooked meatballs suitable to freeze. Broccoli suitable to microwave. Note
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Roast turkey cranberry and macadamia stuffing
Equipment paper towel; food processor (for breadcrumbs) sharp knife; frying pan; wooden spoon; large baking dish; butchers twine; foil; skever; sleve; whishk 5kg (size 50) turkey, rinsed well inside and out, then patted dry Roasting the turkey upside down for most of the cooking time will ensure lovely moist breast meat. The duck fat (available […]
Healthy turkey bolognese
Turkey mince is learner than regular beef or pork mince. To hide added vegetables from the kids, grate vegies rather than chopping them. Add chopped basil for green goodness and flavour. Note
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Healthy sausage rolls
The tasty morsels are a great way to sneak in some extra vegies without the kids noticing.
Turkey meatball korma
For a lighter version, replace coconut cream with a 270ml can of light coconut milk and ½ cup chicken stock. Note
Roast turkey with toasted almond stuffing
Toasted almonds make a delicious, nutty stuffing for this magnificent roast turkey. Remember, if you're roasting based on weight you should weigh the bird after you stuff it.
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Turkey rillettes
We know by the end of Christmas day you'll be swearing you could never eat another morsel of turkey. We also know you'll have changed your mind by Boxing Day. Especially if you give our turkey rillettes recipe a try.
Traditional Christmas turkey with forcemeat stuffing
You just can't go wrong with this traditional Christmas turkey with forcemeat stuffing of onion, bacon, pork, chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, pistachios and tarragon.
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Turkey pilaf
Dried cranberries are sometimes labelled ‘craisins’ and can be found in the baking aisle of supermarkets. Chicken breast fillets can be substituted for turkey, if you like. Coriander is one of the few fresh herbs to be sold with its root attached. It should be readily available from greengrocers. Asian greengrocers will certainly stock it. […]
Tandoori turkey with pineapple salsa
This tender barbeque turkey takes its flavour inspiration from mixed cuisines. Mexican style salsa, with Indian spices makes an exciting, explosive flavour combination in this marvellous dish.
Turkey caesar salad sandwich
If you can’t find low-fat dijonnaise, you can use 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise combined with 1 teaspoon wholegrain mustard. Note
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Roast turkey with almond stuffing, spiced cherries and gravy
This gorgeous bird will take pride of place at your Christmas table this year. A delicious roasted almond stuffing, spiced cherries, and a smooth, savoury gravy complete this amazing turkey.
Braised turkey with mushrooms and apricots
This tangy take on turkey is a fabulous alternative to chicken.
Turkey and brown rice salad
Packed full of protein and flavour, this delicious turkey and brown rice salad makes a great post workout meal or healthy lunch or dinner to charge you for a big day.
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Asian-spiced barbecued turkey
Asian-spiced turkey with a deliciously sweet and spiced peach and cranberry chutney.
Roast turkey with forcemeat stuffing
If you've never cooked a roast turkey before, or are just after a simple fool-proof recipe, then you're in the right place. Follow the instructions, and you'll have a perfectly cooked bird. Check the size of your oven and make sure you choose one that will fit!
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Turkey and cranberry meatloaf
We used cranberry sauce not whole berry sauce. Use chicken mince if you prefer. Note
Turkey and cranberry meatballs
Meatballs can be baked a day ahead. Keep, covered, in the refrigerator. Reheat in a slow oven just before serving. Note
Turkey wellingtons
Serve with cranberry sauce and accompany with vegetables of your choice. Recipe is best prepared as required. Note
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Turkey breast with couscous stuffing
The turkey buffé, or breast, is perfect if you don't require the entire bird to feed the hoards on Christmas day. The special stuffing and paprika rub add a touch of festive cheer.
Barbecued butterflied turkey
Ask the butcher to butterfly the turkey for you. The turkey can be cooked in the oven, if you prefer. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and cook, uncovered, on wire rack, for about 1¾ hours. Note
Roast turkey with spanish rice seasoning
This roast is delicious accompanied with gravy and vegetables or salad of your choice. The chorizo seasoning can be prepared and served separately as a side dish, rather than as a stuffing, if desired.
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Turkey koftas with fig and brown rice pilaf
Spiced turkey koftas with sweet and fragrant fig and brown rice pilaf.
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Vietnamese turkey salad
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Herbed butter roast turkey with prosciutto and pear stuffing
The contrast of salty and sweet in the pear and proscuitto stuffing adds great depth of flavour to this roast turkey with herbed butter.
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Turkey with bacon, celery and sage seasoning
Turkey is often sold frozen in larger supermarkets. Allow at least one day to thaw in the refrigerator before using. If you can’t find a turkey hindquarter use two turkey drumsticks (often called turkey shanks), or use turkey breast on-the-bone, (called turkey buffe). You can serve the turkey with the strained and seasoned juices instead […]
Boned turkey buffé with couscous stuffing
Boned turkey buffé with couscous stuffing from Australian Women's Weekly.
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Traditional turkey with corn bread and candied sweet potato pie
Traditional turkey stuffed with forcebeat and served with corn bread and candied sweet potato pie.
Turkey steaks with cranberry and hazelnut salad
Turkey is so delicious that it's a shame to save it just for special occasions. Get smaller cuts of meat rather than the entire bird and enjoy the rich flavour all year round.
Hoisin turkey rice paper rolls
Use smaller rice paper rounds for finger-food sized rolls. You can use chicken mince instead of turkey, if you like. Note
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Turkey and cranberry wrap
Healthy turkey and sweet cranberry wrap from Australian Women's Weekly.
Turkey salad sandwiches
Lunch just became a lot simpler with this quick and easy recipe. It is great for using leftover cooked meats.
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Turkey larb with sour cherries
Drain the morello sour cherries and reserve the syrup for use in the recipe. Note
Barbecued butterflied turkey with vegetable salad
Inserting the stuffing between the skin and meat of the breast prevents it from drying out while cooking, as well as infusing the meat with flavour.
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Turkey meatballs with simple tomato sauce
An easy dish of turkey meatballs with simple tomato sauce for all ages to enjoy.
Italian-style turkey roll with pork and fennel sausage stuffing
It's important not to overcrowd the turkey, fennel and lemon in the baking dish so they cook evenly and caramelise.
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Turkey koftas
Koftas are simply minced meat mixed with spices, and often onions, and rolled shape, although in many Arab countries they are shaped into ovals.
Turkey burger with cranberry onions
You can melt the cheese for each burger, if you prefer. Note
Grilled turkey steaks with green olive and tomato relish
Healthy grilled turkey steaks with a flavourful green olive and tomato relish.
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Turkey Vietnamese roll
The turkey can be swapped for cooked chicken breast. Vegetables can be prepared a day ahead, cover with damp kitchen paper and plastic wrap, and store in the fridge. Drizzle with soy sauce just before serving. You can add or omit the chilli depending on how hot you like your food. Note
Turkey and tomato salsa quesadillas
A super-fast and easy turkey and tomato salsa quesadillas for the whole family to enjoy as a snack.
Turkey with strawberry and cherry salad
Use a good quality chicken stock instead of the consommé, if you prefer. Ask the butcher to butterfly the turkey for you. The turkey can be cooked in the oven, if you prefer. Preheat oven to 180°C and cook, uncovered, on wire rack, about 1¾ hours. Note
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Turkey, avocado and cranberry wraps
Quick and easy snack of turkey, avocado and cranberry wraps from Australian Women's Weekly.
Prosciutto-wrapped turkey breast
Wrapping a turkey breast in prosciutto before roasting it helps keep the meat tender and juicy as well as adding lots of flavour to the finished dish.
Creamy turkey stew with mustard
Use 3kg (6 pounds) turkey marylands if you can’t get drumsticks. Note
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Turkey and lemon risotto
Freshly grated zest and fresh thyme perfume this light and tasty turkey and lemon risotto. If you prefer, you can use chicken breasts in place of the turkey.
Pomegranate-glazed turkey with cornbread seasoning
To test if turkey is cooked, insert a skewer sideways into the thickest part of the thigh then remove and press flesh to release the juices. If the juice runs clear, the turkey is cooked. Alternatively, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh, without touching bone; it should reach 90°C. This […]
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Portuguese turkey
Suitable to freeze at the end of step 4. This dish is traditionally served at Christmas time. Note
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Mixed pea, broad bean and turkey salad with lemon mustard dressing
A green and healthy turkey salad with a tangy lemon mustard dressing.
