Trussing needle

A trussing needle

A Trussing needle is a needle about 20cm long and about 3mm diameter, used for trussing (tying) poultry (such as chicken, duck, or turkey) for cooking.[1] This is so that the bird would be easier to manipulate, keep its shape, and roast evenly.[2]

untrussed chicken (left) and trussed chicken (right) for roasting.

References

  1. Cunningham, Marion (2008). The Fannie Farmer Cookbook. Alfred A. Knopf. p. 30. ISBN 0679450815.
  2. Pepin, Jaques. La Technique: An Illustrated Guide to the Fundamental Techniques of Cooking. Pocket. p. 218. ISBN 067179020X.
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