The bone, however, takes up a lot of the weight in the cut. Legs contain more fat than breast meat which makes the meat more tender if slow-cooked. They can be roasted or barbecued and then eaten hot or cold. Turkey thighs are ideal for casseroles, pies and curries or they can be roasted as mini boned and rolled joints. Turkey Wings Turkey wings are not as popular as legs and may not be as widely available.
Wings are a relatively cheap cut of turkey which reflects the fat and bone content of the pieces.
However, they contain a good amount of dark meat which is ideal for casseroles, stews and curries. They can also be marinated and cooked on the barbecue or deep fried in batter. Check them out in the glossary . Tell us on our message boards . For a selection of the best food websites .