Garlic and Scallion Soy Sauce Turkey

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Vicki

subheading: For the Turkey:

1 ( 11- to 14- pound) young turkey, thawed if frozen

1 teaspoon neutral oil, such as avocado

2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

subheading: For the Marinade:

⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as avocado, divided

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

8 cloves garlic

2 large scallions, coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons light soy sauce

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon fine salt

1 teaspoon fish sauce, optional

1 teaspoon cornstarch

½ teaspoon ground white pepper

Dash of MSG, optional

subheading: For Stuffing the Turkey:

3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces

1 large celery stalk, cut into 3-inch pieces

1 medium ripe pear, quartered

2 lemongrass stalks, cut into 3-inch pieces

2 large scallions, cut into 3-inch pieces

1 medium red or white onion, quartered

subheading: For the Gravy:

Melted unsalted butter, as needed

½ cup all-purpose flour, more as needed

Low-sodium chicken broth, as needed

Dash of MSG, optional

1 tablespoon soy sauce

Fine salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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