Spiced Roasted Turkey

Ingredients

1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
2 whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon star anise pieces
4 teaspoons coarse sea salt
2 tablespoons finely grated (with a Microplane) peeled ginger (a 5-inch piece)
2 tablespoons finely grated (with a Microplane) garlic (8 cloves)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 (14-pound) turkey at room temperature 1 hour, any feathers and quills removed with tweezers or needlenose pliers, reserving neck and giblets (discard liver)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bunches scallions, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, coarsely chopped
2 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
6 (1/4-inch-thick) slices fresh ginger
1 cup Chinese rice wine, such as Shaoxing, or medium-dry Sherry
4 to 5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Pushing A Buttery Spice Paste Underneath The Turkey’s Skin Allows The Flavor To Perfume The Meat—and Gives It Extra Juiciness.

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