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Peking-Style Roast Turkey with Molasses-Soy Glaze and Orange-Ginger Gravy

By Sue Li

4.8

(11)

Pekingstyle roast turkey on a serving platter with seasonal produce.
Peking-Style Roast Turkey with Molasses-Soy Glaze and Orange-Ginger GravyLinda Pugliese, food styling by Diana Yen

Steaming might seem a surprising way to start cooking a turkey, but the payoff is real: The extra step makes the bird extra-juicy, and cuts down on the overall cooking time.

Do ahead:

Stock can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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