Cole Turkey Recipe
The Cole Turkey features slow-roasted hand pulled turkey, coleslaw, provolone cheese, Russian dressing, and mayo. A satisfying blend of flavors in every bite!
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Ingredients
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Turkey
Coleslaw
Assembly
Method
Turkey Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Turkey
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the entire turkey with olive oil, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- 2
Season the Turkey
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- 3
Roast the Turkey
Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste the turkey every hour with the drippings.
- 4
Rest the Turkey
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before pulling the meat apart.
Coleslaw Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Coleslaw
In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and shredded carrots.
- 6
Mix the Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- 7
Combine and Chill
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots. Toss until everything is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Assembly
- 8
Prepare the Rolls
Slice the sandwich rolls in half and lightly toast them if desired.
- 9
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread a thin layer of mayo on the inside of each roll. Layer with pulled turkey, a slice of provolone cheese, a generous scoop of coleslaw, and a drizzle of Russian dressing.
- 10
Serve
Place the top half of the roll on each sandwich and serve immediately.
