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
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Turkey Preparation
- 1
Season and Roast the Turkey
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Rinse the whole turkey and pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the turkey all over with olive oil, ensuring it’s well-coated. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture generously over the turkey, including under the skin where possible.
- 2
Roast the Turkey
Place the seasoned turkey in a roasting pan and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for about 13-15 minutes per pound or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the foil in the last 30 minutes to allow the skin to brown. Let it rest for 20 minutes before pulling the meat apart.
Coleslaw Preparation
- 3
Mix the Coleslaw
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage and grated carrots. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots, mixing well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Sandwich Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Cole Turkey Sandwich
Slice the sandwich rolls in half. On the bottom half, layer the pulled turkey, followed by a slice of provolone cheese. Add a generous amount of coleslaw on top, then drizzle with Russian dressing and mayonnaise. Top with the other half of the sandwich roll. Repeat for all sandwiches.