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ALDI UNVEILS RANGE OF TURKEY ALTERNATIVES FOR THE BIG DAY

After seeing sales of pork increase by over 28% last Christmas, supermarket Aldi is launching an extensive selection of festive mains, so even those a little turkey-shy can enjoy a delightful Christmas dinner.

Whether it’s a luxurious cut of wagyu picanha with a peppercorn crust or a showstopping succulent gammon joint with a black truffle dressing, Aldi shoppers will be spoilt for choice this Christmas with an abundance of turkey free treats. 

Gammon/Pork:

Nothing says indulgence like a treacle glaze and the NEW Specially Selected Slow Cooked Gammon Shank with Treacle Glaze (£13.99, 1.2kg) serves up incredible tender meat which is then generously topped with a distinctly strong, lavish treacle glaze. On sale 19^th December.

For those who can’t resist a classic festive ham, Aldi is welcoming back two premium gammon joints to its range this Christmas. Aldi’s Specially Selected Decorative Gammon (£11.99, 1.2kg) offers the height of luxury. A new flavour for 2023 is the Dry cured British Gammon joint. For a sweeter flavour, the British Gammon joint drizzled in a maple syrup and orange marmalade is returning to shelves this Christmas. On sale 8^th December. 

Equally decadent is the Specially Selected Crackling Gammon Joint (Bone-in) (£18.99, 2.5kg). Topped with a crunchy crackling and sticky brown sugar glaze, this luxury cut oozes savoury aromas and hints of clove. Also available in a mouthwatering Maple and Bourbon Glazed flavour. On sale 8^th December.  

Dinner hosts looking to go the whole hog can opt for the incredible NEW Specially Selected Slow Cooked Pork Belly (£12.99, 1.1kg) – a juicy, delectable pork cut with insanely crisp crackling. Served with a flavour-enhancing apple and cider jus. On sale 19^th December.

Beef:

For those who are after something a little beefier, Aldi’s NEW Rolled Sirloin Joint with Bone Marrow Gravy (£18.99 per kg, 800g-1.4kg) is certainly a cut above the rest. Expertly carved from the finest sirloin, this premium piece is accompanied by an umami bone marrow gravy, enriching every bite with a deep, savoury flavour. Serves 6-8. On sale 18^th December.

Introducing Aldi’s most luxurious main yet, NEW Specially Selected British Peppercorn Crusted Wagyu Picanha (£24.99 per kg, 580g-830g). This exquisite cut of wagyu beef is meticulously encrusted with a fragrant blend of peppercorns and aromatic spices, perfected to enhance the buttery richness of Wagyu. Serves 4-6. On sale 19^th December.

Also NEW for 2023, Aldi’s Slow Cooked Beef Joint with Merlot & Bacon Sauce (£14.99, 1.3kg) is asucculent melt-in-the-mouth beef joint topped with the perfect pairing of a merlot and bacon sauce.

Lamb:

For lamb lovers, Aldi is launching a NEW unbelievably succulent Oakhurst Whole Lamb Leg with a Cherry & Redcurrant Glaze (£9.99 per kg, 1.8-3.2kg). Tender, juicy and packed with rich, savoury goodness, this showstopper is finished with a sweet and tangy cherry and redcurrant glaze – what’s not to love? On sale 18^th December.

Poultry:

Experience the height of luxury for less this festive season with Aldi’s Specially Selected Ultimate Slow Cooked Duck (£24.99, 1.23kg). A slow cooked boneless British duck breast joint with gluten free stuffing, and slow cooked confit-seasoned duck legs – topped with a vibrant port and plum sauce. On sale 8^th December.

Arriving in stores 19^th December, Aldi’s Specially Selected Partridge & Pear Wellingtons (£9.99, 400g) are back by popular demand. Two delicate, sweet pork and pear stuffed British partridge breasts, encased in all butter golden pastry.

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