Turkey may be the most difficult of all meats because if you overcook it even slightly you have cardboard. But getting it right isn’t hard. Turkey poses several problems that we can solve by thinking scientifically. My methods differ drastically from tradition, but if you follow our guidelines you can make this flightless bird soar above the flock.
Below are our favorite smoked and grilled turkey recipes. Also be sure to check out our “Turkey On The Grill Made Easy” downloadable e-book for a wealth of information, tips, and more recipes. Like our other deep dive e-books, you can purchase them for $3.99 (see the various download formats here) or for free by joining our Pitmaster Club here.
Finally, our Meathead’s Amazing Tuscan Herb Poultry Seasoning & Dry Brine (available along with our other rubs and sauce here), a commercial variation of our popular Simon & Garfunkel rub, is a great way to simplify your turkey prep while also kicking up the flavor!
Published On: 4/24/2019 Last Modified: 1/1/2023
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