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Completely Keto Bourbon and Lakanto Roast Turkey




In a cozy kitchen filled with the aromas of autumn, a keto enthusiast and talented home cook set out to transform the traditional Thanksgiving turkey into a dish that would dazzle the senses while adhering to a ketogenic lifestyle. With a keen interest in blending classic flavors with keto-friendly ingredients, they crafted the Completely Keto Bourbon and Lakanto Roast Turkey, a recipe destined to become a new holiday tradition.

The cook selected a plump, 16-20 pound turkey as the centerpiece, envisioning a feast that would not only satisfy the carb-conscious but also impress any guest with its depth of flavor. To this, they added rosemary sprigs for a hint of earthy aroma, and a mixture of butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free option), ground black pepper, and pink Himalayan salt to ensure the turkey was moist, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned.

The magic touch came with the innovative glaze, a blend of freshly chopped thyme, orange extract diluted in water, Lakanto Sweetener to add a hint of sweetness without the carbs, and a generous pour of bourbon. This concoction promised to infuse the turkey with a complex layer of flavors — the warmth of the bourbon, the citrusy brightness of the orange, and the herbal notes of thyme.

As the turkey roasted to golden perfection, basted with its keto-friendly bourbon glaze, the kitchen became a place of culinary alchemy where tradition met innovation. The Completely Keto Bourbon and Lakanto Roast Turkey not only honored the spirit of Thanksgiving but also offered a delicious testament to the creative possibilities of keto cooking.

Completely Keto Bourbon And Lakanto Roast Turkey

  • One 16-20 pound Turkey
  • 4 Sprigs of Rosemary to garnish
  • 4 Ounces Butter or Coconut oil at room temperature
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Pink Himalayan Salt
  • 1 Tbs freshly chopped thyme
  • 3 Tbs Orange Extract in 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Lakanto Sweetener
  • 1 1/2 Cups Bourbon of your choice
  1. In a large Poultry baking bag, place the Orange extract and water, Bourbon, Lakanto, thyme, 1 1/2 tsps salt and 1 1/2 tsps black pepper and mix well.
  2. Add the turkey to the bag and shake around the juices so that the turkey will be well marinated.
  3. Place in refrigerator overnight
  4. Preheat oven to 325
  5. Place Turkey in a large roasting pan and pour the juices into a bowl and set aside
  6. Using 8 tbs of the butter or oil give a good rub to the entire turkey
  7. Tie the legs together with string
  8. Pour 1/2 cup of the set aside marinade into the roasting pan
  9. Bake for 30 minutes
  10. Baste the Turkey with the pan juices and add to the pan 1 cup of water
  11. Bake the Turkey for 1 more hour basting every 30 minutes
  12. Add the remaining marinade to the pan
  13. Cover the Turkey all around loosely and cook for around two hours Or using a poultry thermometer inserted in the thigh shows 165.
  14. When Turkey is golden and has reached desired temperature remove from oven and place on a platter and garnish with Rosemary sprigs.
  15. Pour the gravy into a large gravy boat and serve hot alongside your Turkey platter.
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11/07/2024 10:10 am GMT




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