How To Defrost A Turkey Crown. This new meal can then be frozen for up to 1 month. I really dont think it will hurt if you leave it in the kitchen as you go to bed and whack it in the fridge in the morning.
Ensure your turkey has been defrosted fully before cooking. Turkey Crown is 28kg so thats 28hours or so. Perishable turkey meat should not be left in the danger zone of 40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
Its really important to make sure the turkey crown is completely thawed through before cooking it use a sharp knife and insert it in the thickest part of the meat.
Cook your turkey immediately after you thaw it to avoid spoilage and maintain the safety of the meat. Smear the butter all over the turkey crown and season all over with salt and pepper. 24 hours of defrosting time for every 4 to 5 pounds of bird. If there are no defrosting instructions thaw your turkey in a fridge at 4C 39F for 10 to 12 hours per kilogram.