Description
Indulge in this tender Maple Brown Sugar Pulled Turkey, where succulent turkey shreds meet a sweet and savory glaze for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 (3-4 pound) boneless turkey breast
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the turkey breast, ensuring it is evenly covered.
- Cover the pan with foil and roast in the oven for about 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- After cooking, let the turkey rest for about ten minutes before shredding it with two forks. Serve on buns or over rice, drizzled with extra glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 225mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added flavor, you can swap maple syrup for honey or add smoked paprika. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.