Oven-Roasted Turkey Leg with Potatoes | Tender and Juicy!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1,8 kg of turkey legs
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 75 ml (about 1/3 cup) white wine
• 1/2 red bell pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 75 ml (about 1/3 cup) olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 bay leaves
• 3 teaspoons pork lard
• Juice of 1 orange
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Baby potatoes, as needed
• Orange slices (for garnish)

PREPARATION:

Let’s start with the marinade. In a cup, combine the garlic cloves, paprika (colorau), pepper, white wine, red bell pepper, salt and olive oil. Mix everything very well.

Now, in an oven dish, place the onion cut into half-moons. Place the turkey leg on top.

Pour the marinade over the turkey leg and coat the meat well on both sides so that it is fully seasoned. Add the bay leaves, the orange and lemon juice, and the lard, then place in the fridge. Ideally, leave it to marinate overnight so the meat becomes really flavorful.

The next day, preheat the oven to 200 ºC (390 ºF).

Place the washed potatoes around the turkey leg. Bake at 200 ºC for 1 hour, or until the meat starts to come away from the bone.

Transfer the meat and potatoes to a serving dish, spoon the juices from the baking dish over the meat, and garnish with orange slices. If you like, serve with white rice or sautéed vegetables.