Smoked Turkey Anytime
We call this Soaked Turkey Anytime because it does not have to be Thanksgiving to cook a turkey. This is an economical way to feed a family and turkey is low in fat so it is a healthier alternative to some other meats. This smoked turkey comes together in a half day because it is splayed open for faster cook time.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
- 14 Lb.Turkey innards removed
- 1 Cup of Brown Sugar
- 1/2 Cup of Prepared Rub I used a rub called Sweet Money
- 1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon of Salt
Gather your ingredients
Pat the turkey dry.
(optional) I cut a large part of the backbone out of the turkey with a pair of sturdy kitchen shears made for cutting through shellfish. This is an advanced technique called spatchcocking. If you opt not to do this total cook time may be extended.
Place all the dry ingredients in a very large bowl and mix.
Place the turkey in the bowl and rub it down on all sides.
Smoke for 2 hours using pecan, peach or applewood ( I used pecan).
Remove from smoker and completely cover it with tin foil.
Place in a roasting pan and roast at 350 degrees F for 2- and a half more hours until the internal temp reads 160-165 degrees F
Here are some of the plated picsĀ
Keyword bbq, Budget-Friendly