Jul 14 2026
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Thai Town Jive Turkey Recipe

Time3h
Serves6

House-brined, slow-roasted turkey breast, red grapes, orange & cinnamon quinoa, fresh spinach, toasted pinenuts, & tossed in sherry vinaigrette. Topped with haystack onions & crumbled Gorgonzola.

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Ingredients

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Turkey and Marinade

Quinoa Salad

Sherry Vinaigrette

Method

Turkey Preparation

  1. 1

    Brine the Turkey

    Submerge the turkey breast in the brine solution. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, preferably 24 hours.

  2. 2

    Roast the Turkey

    Place the turkey breast on a roasting pan and roast for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Quinoa Salad Preparation

  1. 3

    Cook Quinoa

    Fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside to cool.

  2. 4

    Prepare Salad

    In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, red grapes, orange juice, and cinnamon. Toss gently to mix.

Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 5

    Make Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together sherry vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Top with toasted pine nuts, haystack onions, and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Serve immediately.

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