Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.75 cup

soy sauce

0.5 cup

sherry wine

0.25 cup

olive oil

1 tbsp

ground ginger

1 tbsp

ground mustard

1 tsp

garlic powder

8 unit

bone-in turkey breast

Step 1
~15 min

Combine brown sugar, soy sauce, sherry wine (or apple juice), olive oil, ground ginger, ground mustard, and garlic powder in a bowl and mix well to create the teriyaki marinade.

Step 2
~15 min

Pour 1 cup of the marinade into a large ziplock plastic bag.

Step 3
~15 min

Add the turkey breast to the bag, seal, and turn to coat the turkey with the marinade.

Step 4
~15 min

Refrigerate the turkey in the marinade overnight, ensuring it is well-coated.

Step 5
~15 min

Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade separately for basting.

Key Technique: Basting
Step 6
~15 min

The next day, drain and discard the marinade from the turkey breast.

Step 7
~15 min

Place the turkey breast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.

Step 8
~15 min

Bake uncovered at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees Fahrenheit (77 degrees Celsius).

Step 9
~15 min

Baste the turkey breast every 30 minutes with the reserved marinade during the baking process.

Step 10
~15 min

Once cooked, let the turkey breast stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the turkey for at least 4 hours for best flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and steamed vegetables.

Accompany with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Broccoli
Green beans
Asian slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Teriyaki is a popular Japanese cooking technique.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
New Year

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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