Viewers of the popular morning show This Morning were left shocked and concerned when a chef served what appeared to be a "raw" turkey during a Christmas carving segment. The incident sparked a flurry of comments on social media as viewers expressed their disbelief.
Viewers question the appearance of the turkey
During the segment, turkey farmer Paul Kelly from Kelly Turkeys demonstrated the proper way to carve a turkey. However, it was when the meat was revealed that viewers started to question its appearance. Many commented that the meat looked "pink" instead of the expected white color of cooked turkey. Some even compared it to ham.
Explanation of the darker meat
Paul Kelly addressed the concerns by explaining that the dark color of the meat was due to it being from a "mature bird." He further elaborated that the dark color was a result of the bird's exercise and the buildup of myoglobin, which gives the meat its dark color. This information was also available on the KellyBronze website, where it stated that their turkeys are slow-growing and grown to full maturity for the best flavor.
This Morning undergoes presenter shake-up
In addition to the turkey controversy, This Morning also experienced a presenter shake-up. Singer Mollie King joined Dermot O'Leary as hosts for Tuesday's episode. The show started with a beautiful rendition of Silent Night by a group of school children, followed by the introduction of the new hosts. Mollie, who had previously been on the show but took a break after giving birth to her daughter, was warmly welcomed back by Dermot.
Overall, the segment on This Morning featuring a "raw" turkey caused quite a stir among viewers. Despite the explanation provided by Paul Kelly, some viewers were still skeptical about the appearance of the meat. The incident served as a reminder that even on live television, unexpected surprises can occur, leaving viewers both shocked and entertained.
