December 21, 2022
Sous Vide Turkey Breast with Turkey Skin Crisps
Juicy and tender turkey breast is virtually impossible to overcook this way. A flavorful brine ensures a tasty dish. Skin crisped separately adds richness and a nice textural contrast. I like to serve this with gravy and fresh herbs. The sous vide method here is barely adapted from one by J. Kenji López-Alt here.
Servings: 8
Calories: 302kcal
Ingredients
- 5 pound turkey breast bone-in, whole skin-on
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon monk fruit golden
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon ginger ground
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 garlic cloves smashed
- 2 sprigs tarragon
- 2 sprigs thyme
Instructions
- Remove the skin from the turkey and reserve. Carefully cut the bones out and discard them (or freeze for making stock later).
- Season the breast all over with salt, sweetener, pepper, onion powder, ginger, and oil. Place the two breast halves on top of each other so that the thick ends are on opposite sides, forming an even roll. Roll tightly and tie with a string every few inches. Add to a sous vide safe bag and refrigerate for 24 hours and up to 3 days.
- Just before cooking, add the fresh herbs and garlic. Remove the air using a water displacement method to push the air out (with the bag open, lower the bagged turkey into the water so that the air is slowly pushed out and then seal). Heat a sous vide water bath to 145ºF. Cook for 2 hours 30 minutes and up to 3 hours 30 minutes.
- While the turkey cooks, prepare the skin and gravy.
- For the skin, preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Dry the skins well and then spread them flat onto the prepared baking sheet. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Place a second parchment sheet and baking tray over top to keep the skin flat as it cooks. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Set onto paper towels to remove excess fat. Break into bite size pieces. (Can be made up to 3 days ahead, refrigerated, and reheated in a 400ºF oven fr a couple of minutes to re-crisp).
Nutrition Facts
Sous Vide Turkey Breast with Turkey Skin Crisps
Amount per Serving
Calories
302
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
153
mg
51
%
Sodium
584
mg
25
%
Potassium
686
mg
20
%
Sugar
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
61
g
122
%
Vitamin A
57
IU
1
%
Calcium
40
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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