Turkey Skewers with Orange and Sesame
Turkey Skewers with Orange and Sesame is a easy French recipe that serves 4. 200 calories per serving. Recipe by Hervé Cuisine on YouTube.
Prep: 50 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 1 hr 17 min
Cost: $9.77 total, $2.44 per serving
Ingredients
- 500 g Turkey breast (cut into cubes about 2 cm)
- 30 ml Liquid honey (preferably mild honey)
- 30 ml Soy sauce (light soy sauce)
- 15 ml Sesame oil (toasted sesame oil)
- 0.5 piece Organic orange (zest and juice of half an orange)
- 1 piece Garlic clove (minced, optional)
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes (whole, not cut)
- 1 pinch Fleur de sel (to sprinkle at the end of cooking)
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 30 ml Fresh herbs (chives, cilantro, parsley) (chopped, about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix the sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, the juice and zest of the half‑orange. Add the minced garlic if desired and whisk well until homogeneous.
Time: PT5M
Cut the Turkey
Remove the skin from the turkey breast, then cut into cubes about 2 cm on a side.
Time: PT5M
Marinate the Meat
Place the turkey cubes in the bowl of marinade, coat well, cover and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Time: PT30M
Assemble the Skewers
On each skewer, alternate a turkey cube and a whole cherry tomato. Repeat until ingredients are exhausted (about 12 skewers).
Time: PT5M
Pan Cooking
Heat one tablespoon of sesame oil in a pan over medium‑high heat. Add the skewers and cook 6 minutes on one side, turn them, brush with a bit of remaining marinade and cook another 6 minutes until the meat is nicely browned and cooked through.
Time: PT12M
Finishing and Serving
Scatter the skewers with chopped chives, cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately with rice, tagliatelle or a raw vegetable salad.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 200
- Protein
- 20 g
- Carbohydrates
- 10 g
- Fat
- 8 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Low Carb, High Protein, Gluten-Free (if soy sauce is wheat‑free), Paleo-friendly (excluding soy sauce), low-carb, low-calorie, low-fat
Allergens: Honey, Soy, Sesame
Ingredient Substitutions
- Instead of Turkey breast: chicken breast, firm tofu
- Instead of Liquid honey: maple syrup, agave nectar
- Instead of Soy sauce: tamari, Worcestershire sauce (different flavor)
- Instead of Sesame oil: peanut oil, olive oil
- Instead of Organic orange: lime, lemon
- Instead of Garlic clove: garlic powder
- Instead of Cherry tomatoes: mini bell peppers, diced zucchini
- Instead of Fleur de sel: sea salt
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or whisk
- Zester or fine grater
- Citrus press
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Skewers (bamboo or metal)
- Frying pan (or grill/barbecue)
- Cooking brush (optional)
- Kitchen tongs (optional)
Critical Steps — Do Not Skip
- Prepare the Marinade (step 1)
- Let the turkey marinate 30 minutes in the fridge (step 3)
- Cook until golden brown and internal doneness (step 5)
Chef Tips from the Video
- A drizzle of virgin sesame oil just before serving intensifies the nutty aroma.
- Generously sprinkle chopped fresh herbs for a touch of color and freshness.
- Serve with a lemony yogurt sauce to balance the sweetness of the marinade.
Troubleshooting
The meat stays dry after cooking.
Do not exceed cooking time (12 min) and check internal temperature: 75 °C. Brush regularly with the marinade.
The marinade does not stick to the skewers.
Use a damp brush and apply the sauce at each turn. Add a little extra sesame oil if needed.
Bamboo skewers burn.
Soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store cooked skewers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Raw marinated skewers can be frozen for 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before cooking.
Room temperature: Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Make-Ahead Tips
- Prepare the marinade the day before and keep it refrigerated.
- Marinate the turkey for up to 24 hours for an even more intense flavor.
- Assemble the skewers ahead of time and cover with plastic wrap before cooking.
Last updated: August 21, 2026
