If you're planning on cooking a delicious turkey for Thanksgiving dinner, it is a good idea to brush up beforehand on turkey carving techniques. If you are looking for videos that take you step-by-step through the turkey carving process, you've arrived at the right place! Mahalo's page offers several videos that can help you learn how to carve a turkey.
Turkey Carving Steps
- Cut out the wishbone
- Slice off the legs
- Remove the turkey's wings
- Carve the breasts
Turkey Carving Tips
- Allow 15-20 minutes for the turkey to cool after removing from the ovenThe Seattle Times: Tips for a successful turkey dinner (November 12, 2008)
- Wrap the turkey in aluminum foil while it cools to seal in juicesThe Seattle Times: Tips for a successful turkey dinner (November 12, 2008)
- Before you begin, make sure you have a sharp knife and a good cutting board
- When carving, don't bear down too hard: carve in light strokes
- Only carve what you think your guests will eat; turkey dries out more quickly when sliced
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References
Fast Facts
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Thanksgiving is the fourth Thursday of November in the United StatesThanksgiving November: Thanksgiving Facts
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Turkey is a traditional dish served at a majority of Thanksgiving dinners
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National Turkey Federation says nearly 88 percent of Americans consume turkey on Thanksgiving DayNational Turkey Foundation: Turkey History & Trivia
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Turkeys can be carved at the Thanksgiving table or out of sight, in the kitchen area
