Preheat smoker to 135°C; Smoke ham at 135°C for 2½ – 3 hours directly on rack. I don’t even care for turkey much but loved this. Yes, as long as they will fit. 5. Add 2 more quarts of water and bring to almost boil. Yes, this is one of those “duh” moments. Mr. X, to be safe you can start the bird 2 hours earlier than expected. If I spatchcock a 21 pounder is it really as if I’m smoking 2 10 pounders and I can go as if I’m smoking 10 pounders? No. An unbasted bird with NO water added. If you purchase a frozen turkey, place it in a large pan in the refrigerator with the wrapping still on it. Mix up thoroughly by hand. Made this recipe two days ago for our Family Thanksgiving dinner – Smoked a 14.4 lbs organic, free range Native Pantry bird…. It is 13.6 pounds. Mark, Thank you. Can you tell me if I can smoke a 14 pound turkey and a 71/2 pound ham in the same masterbuilt smoker and the appropriate cooking times please. Required fields are marked *. Used this recipe to smoke a 22lb whole bird. I didn’t follow the recipe exactly, just used the herbs, zest, a little chicken stock in the drippings pan and smoked a 21 pound turkey for 7 hours at 300 degrees. Vigorously rub the remaining ½ cup olive oil onto the skin of the turkey and add salt and pepper (about 3 Tbsp of each). Brining DOES make a huge difference. Or, mash them with a little butter, cream, maple syrup, and nutmeg for a sweeter side dish. I remember ready that we should never use a pan in the smoke…. I tried the recipe before. Mix the butter with chopped onions. The white meat will be nicely moist, moreso than any turkey you ever had. Smoking is a delicious way to prepare a whole turkey. I followed your instructions and the turkey is incredible! 20 lb will be squished in against the back and the door. Can you put stuffing in the turkey while it smokes? plus I had to keep it on for about 40min longer than I was planning while also cranking the heat to 275° In order to get my internal final temp up to 165°… but MAN DID IT TURN OUT PERFECT !! I’m hoping it’s not water logged. I Brined. Have a great thanksgiving and good luck with your bird! This is my first time and your way sounds more what I’d like. Add 2 quarts water as the sausage starts cooking and boil the sausage until it is all cooked. Wash the potatoes very well, removing the eyes. BTW I bri e in apple cider citrus solution. I am a big fan of staying between 12 to 14 pounds. I’ve smoked in everything from a smoke house, a 300 gal barrel with a side fire box, a Weber kettle, several vertical smokers, and settled on a commercially made charcoal smoker with a side fire box. In order to get a crisper skin finish the Turkey in a blazing hot grill or oven for just a few minutes then cover and rest. 2. It was a bit tight top to bottom for both but it worked. Alternatively, use the digital probe thermometer that came with your smoker. I did not have any apple cider vinegar and was out of rosemary. Place a drip pan on the next shelf above the water pan to collect drippings from the turkey. Total time:6 hour 30 min – Prep time:30 min – Smoke time:6 hour – Serves:16 people Author: Nick. It worked perfectly. Thanks for the recipe. I use 6-8 bags of Pepperidge Farm herb stuffing. Can you give me some instructions for the butter. Best turkey I have ever had. My oven will be available to cook other dishes. 30mins for each lb. Though the smoker recipe is relatively straightforward, there are still plenty of things that you can do to change up the flavor. Cut rub by half and still horribly strong. After the bribe what do you do typically? Place the water and apple cider in the water pan in the bottom of the smoker, filling it only half way. A 14 lb turkey is kind of a tighter fit. Slow smoke until the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature. Or no water to maybe crisp the skin better. I’m making another for some picky eaters so I put all the goodies with seasonings in the brine and will simply rub with kosher salt and pepper and stuff with cut up apples, onions, etc. Inject this mixture just below the skin, as well as the middle of the Finally, a BBQ recipe website that gets straight to the point. Brine it. It would be best if you tried to sprinkle rub on both sides. turning till it has a good, even color. Whatever type of smoker you use, buy a bird that will fit into it. Really easy instructions to follow and well written. Remove from smoker and place in disposable pan on the side. Be sure and coat outside with oil and season heavily. I use a bowl to hold the bird down, sandwiched between the lid and the bird. See more ideas about smoker recipes, smoked food recipes, smoking recipes. made over the Christmas holidays, (I’am the only fan of smoked Turkey…Santa Brought me a Smoker last year..). turkeys right now… as long as you get them up to 165 degrees you will be ok. We do a turkey, ham and turkey thighs in our masterbuilt gas smoker. You can use two birds at 12 lbs each. In VERY large mixing bowl use sausage water and butter mix to make the stuffing following the directions on the bag. Thanks. You might switch their positions about halfway through. Wide open? How long? Let juices drip down onto turkey below. Rinse turkey under cold water, and pat dry. Thank you, for this. 7. Buy a turkey that fits inside the smoker. you can put under broiler in oven and crisp up the skin, once you have smoked it. How long would it take to smoke a 21 pound whole turkey in a master built 30 inch? The temperature will continue to rise to 163 to 165. All you need is the turkey, seasonings, time, and patience. Hope it turns out well for you! Allow the turkey to sit in this for 12 to 14 hours. Check every hour for smoke. With plenty of paper towels, pat the inside and outside of the turkey until it is completely dry. Mix ½ cup olive oil with rosemary and red pepper. If you find the extra 2 hours are not needed when done, you can put the bird in a cooler with towels on top to allow for a resting period. BEER BUTT Chicken is amazing and mega simple too, What size drip pan should be used? Tip. 12 to 14 pound turkey, prepared as directed above. Thanks in advance. Anxious to try it. Smoke an hour per pound at 225º. I have an 18.5lbs monster I am starting tomorrow. If you do have one, reduce to 1 cup salt and lightly rinse after brine. Turkey is a lean source of protein. Recommended to you based on your activity and what's popular • Feedback Cool! Apr 19, 2016 - Explore Karen Hudson's board "Masterbuilt Electric Smoker recipes", followed by 909 people on Pinterest. Seems easy! Needless to say, I ended up finishing the main attraction in the oven after 3 hours of trying to adjust the smoker. One of the most important steps of bird preparation is … I have never seen anyone spell it the same way mine is spelled. Add enough bread to completely fill the cavity of the turkey. I think the most important thing is getting the right turkey. You need to have about 2-1/2 gal of brine. Daren. I am very new to using my electric smoker and needed to cook a turkey that I had. Smoking my first turkey for the big game. Pork Ribs. But thank you so much for sharing this with us all. Thank you for the recipe!! Rub the interior cavity of the turkey with 1/3 of the dry seasonings. My husband is still raving about it as is our 13 year old daughter. Place the water and apple cider in the water pan in the bottom of the smoker, filling it only half way. Rub the interior cavity of the You can also use a Turkey … I’m going to smoke my turkey this Thanksgiving. Rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels? Loved the bird, Very good , and easy recipe. what did you find out about cooking your turkey as a spatchcock ? I stuffed my turkey with celery, onions and apples after salting the cavities. I remove it from the smoker and let it rest with a towel cover. I haven’t made this recipe yet, but, I would look there for the problem. Recipe below is a herb rubbed smoked turkey recipe. I have tried brining several times and am just not into all the effort that takes. I never use any larger than 16 lbs. Now you can move on to the recipe for smoking a turkey in a Masterbuilt Electric Smoker. Also, I don’t care for oregano in rubs like this so I leave it out. Feel free to change it up and use Cajun spices or just salt and pepper. No need to peel them. Insert the digital thermometer into the thigh of the bird, if your smoker has one. Save my name and email in this browser for the next time I comment. Comes out AMAZING. I was thinking about injecting it. Masterbuilt smoker cooking instructions: Put the fennel, salt, cayenne, sweet paprika, cumin, sugar, smoked paprika, coriander in a small bowl. Set a timer for approximately 6.5 hours. If you are looking for a convenient side dish to go with your turkey, try smoking some whole sweet potatoes. If you do brine, use a 1/2 cup of salt and 1/2 cup sugar to every gallon of water and completely submerge the bird. Rinse and dry. Recipes for grilling and smoking turkey, chicken, steak, bacon, brisket, salmon, vegetables and everything in between. Line a drip pan (cookie sheet or similar with a raised edge to hold the drippings) and water bowl with aluminum foil... 2. yes Jeff this is my 1st year using a separate small drip pan just the length of the turkey. It will take approximately 2 to 3 days to completely thaw. Smoking is a delicious way to prepare a whole turkey. Save them for making stock or gravy. It is very low in fat. The Masterbuilt Outdoor Air Fryer lets you do it all: air fry, bake, roast, convection, broil, dehydrate, or smoke all your favorite foods with the touch of a button. Serotonin is necessary for mood regulation, and melatonin promotes restful sleep. Relating to your comments on brining–to me it is essential to brine a turkey prior to smoking or roasting. Absolutely delicious!! Add wood chips if you don’t see any smoke. 4. Thank you! Like he said, make sure it will fit in the smoker. Hello! My recipe uses more traditional poultry seasonings that seem to appeal to all tastes. It will improve the bird and will still be piping hot for the table. I believe you should either rub butter (flavored is best) all under the breast skin or/& inject with your favorite seasonings and the breast will be amazing and very moist. I place my bird in the oven for about 5-10 minutes in a 450 oven to crisp up the skin. Get your daily dose of BBQ wood-fired smoked deliciousness with these smoker recipes. Follow these tips and you should get great results. At around the 8 hour mark, I turned the heat up to 275. I did channel my inner MacGyver and came up with a smaller grill rack that was perched on rocks inside the smoker so the top would close tightly. The turkey should smoke for 30 to 40 minutes per pound, until the inside temperature reaches 165˚F. 2 large chopped onions 3. Are we talking about a pan separate from the smokers drip pan? We made this today for Christmas and followed the directions exactly. 6 hours cannot go fast enough. Fill the side drawer with the wood chips. How would you recommend getting a crispy skin after smoking? Mix glaze ingredients and baste on ham. I have smoked two 13lb in my 30 inch masterbuilt before. I cut the turkey in half to make everything fit. Masterbuilt Smoker Recipes In this internet age we live in today, you can be sure that you will find your favorite smoker recipes among the many that are already available. Thoughts?? I start in the brine on Sunday night and remove Wednesday night in the mini fridge. Half way? There are a few steps to take before the turkey is ready for the smoker. Just depends on whether you like your white meat more flavorful and moist as opposed to less flavorful and dry. brown sugar salt pepper. Brush them with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. It’s my first try at smoking it in my masterbuilt smoker. I am a little old school in that I like turkey to smell and taste like Thanksgiving. Tuck the wing tips tightly beneath the turkey. Thanks for your brine recipe. Also, having an instant read thermometer will allow you to check the bird that does not have the digital probe in it. The turkey should smoke for 30 to 40 minutes per pound, until the inside temperature reaches 165˚F. Merry Christmas, everyone! The salt helps to retain moisture, cook the bird more evenly and the added flavor is a plus. I have done that before and knew I screwed up when I tasted whatever it was I made. Best Smoked Turkey Recipe. It was the hit of the dinner. I don’t put anything on the bird and I don’t brine it. Your Masterbuilt smoked turkey will be sure to turn heads at your next event. Thank you for the receipe. Place stuffing and baking sheet under Turkey for entire time smoking turkey. Take care of both sides of the ribs. Nearing 50 years smoking turkey and other meats and fowl. I use a gallon of natural pressed apple juice, half gallon water, 4 light beers, 1-1/2 cup to 1-3/4 kosher salt, 1 cup brown sugar. Do not put stuffing in a bird to be smoked. Otherwise white gets dry . Mix in the garlic, herbs, and spices. 5. On non stick baking sheet, form stuffing into 2 loaf like mounds. Because you don't need to read a story. Remove the cooked turkey to a cutting board and allow it to rest for a minimum of 20 minutes to 2 hours before carving. Start checking the internal temperature of the bird after 3 hours and every 45 minutes with an accurate meat thermometer. Smoke the turkey breast at 200ºF until the internal temperature reaches to 160ºF . Place the seasoned turkey directly on the middle rack of the smoker. Fill the side drawer with the wood chips. You never know how long it has been sitting in the brine. Remove the neck and giblets. It is 29 lbs. Good grilling & smoking! Our bodies use L-tryptophan to make niacin, serotonin, and melatonin. this will be my first time smoking anything, so I will be using this recipe for my trial Smoker. 4. I just use butter brown sugar salt pepper. A turkey generally smokes for 30 to 40 minutes per pound. To me the end temperature should never be above 165 for a moist breast meat. It turned out juicy and flavorful, but man… it took forever. After about 7 hours, the turkey plateaued at 143 degrees (measured in the breast), and stayed there for about an hour. What are your thoughts about adding apple cider or juice too? It took me 12 hours last year to smoke a whole 20lbs turkey. Thanks again! Check every hour for smoke. If you want a crispy skin, rub your bird with mayonnaise all over inside & out before applying your seasonings and your bird will not only have crispy skin, but the breast will be as juicy as you can ever imagine, as well as, the rest of the bird. my electric smoker never gets the skin crispy.. when I make ckicken wings on the smoker we finish them under the broiler or on the grill to crisp up the skin. Place the seasoned turkey on the middle rack of the smoker, close the door, and set a timer for approximately 6.5 hours. Should I cook longer? With a full line of propane, electric and charcoal smokers, you can expect a worthwhile BBQ experience with a Masterbuilt smoker. Daren, we are on like our second or third Masterbuilt Electric Soker – and you got this dude – there won’t be much that’ll come out of that y’all can’t eat – yummmmmmmmmmmmm I am a strong believer in brining though – so this year will be a first not to as the Mr. had a heart attack so having to change up cooking processes – do have to say I prefer Mesquite or apple vs hickory (hickory has a tart/bitter taste to me) each to his own with taste buds – no basting and NO PEEkING – just keep the smoke on it I learned from my Mr as his dad was a BBQ business owner, and people still talk about his Q – so learned from the best I reckon It’ll be fine, jump in with both feet you’ll do great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Add 1-2 sticks of butter and melt into the water and sausage mix. Hey, I’m seeing turkey recipes for cooking at 300° my master built only goes to 275° in that case what do you recommend? Fingers crossed! We have a Masterbuilt smoker that we regularly use. more like 18-20 lbs. I have to be totally honest that I cannot tell much difference between a smoked turkey that has been brined or just really well seasoned. A cooler with a plastic bag to line it works pretty well. I like 12 pound birds but have tried ones from 6 up and adjust cooking time. I’ve got to say this recipe was SPOT ON! if I spatchcock the turkey, can I smoke it on two racks, and if so how much time in the smoker will it take? Masterbuilt® smokers deliver for those ready to master the art of smoking. That’s why we build products to perfect recipes that … I’ve been brining my turkeys since long before brining was “cool”. This will take anywhere from 2 to 3 hours. ( first timer- 10 hours 2 cups to 2 gallons- Dad’s recipe) Right now I’m about 139 in internal temp on the outside drumstick. The turkey didn’t finish until after our two youngest were in bed (luckily we had plenty of leftovers from our Christmas Eve party to feed them). I basted every hour after four hours and for 30 continual minutes after removing the bird from the smoker and bringing it to the kitchen. Master it. Read about the person who took a lot longer to cook than expected so I cooked mine at 250 and it was done in 4 hours. Perfectly cook chicken, ribs, poultry and veggies. Looks like we’ll be having Turkey for breakfast! All you need is the turkey, seasonings, time, and patience. Thaw the turkey completely and slowly. My experience is that you may end up with a salt bomb or a waterlogged fowl. 3. 20 lb Turkey is too large to smoke. Hello, Daren my name is also Daren. To all : max size should be a 12lb turkey for safety to cook all internal meat. In a small bowl, mix together all the dry herbs and spices. It was still amazing, especially for my first smoked turkey (unstuffed). Cooking for one or cooking for a crowd? I found that our 20 pound bird at 255 degrees only took around 6 1/2 hours so about 20 minutes per pound. 2. Allow to air dry? Remove the cooked turkey to a cutting board and allow it to rest for a minimum of 20 minutes to 2 hours before carving. I will try that. I am allergic to black pepper. I have a 11lbs turkey. Tuck the wing tips tightly beneath the turkey. Add the EVOO and orange zest to the rest of the seasonings and rub all over the outside of the turkey. We also have a different page if you’re looking for how to make a perfect, smoked Thanksgiving Turkey. Next time stiv Caking to garlic salt and pepper. 235 % it took 7 hours to get the internal Tem to 170 now the real test eating it. Oh, well. Thanks for a great recipe. I brine in an egg brine. Maybe it was the altitude here, maybe it was the cold weather (unlikely since the temp stayed steady), but those extra 4 hours of cooking cost my family Christmas turkey. Thanks for the recipe and Merry Christmas. Place the seasoned turkey on the middle rack of the smoker, close the door, and set a timer for approximately 6.5 hours. For the backyard griller or on-the-go meat master. 1. I have a 17lb Butterball that I want to cook at 260 degrees, approx how long will that take? I would not recommend. The internal temp of the breast will not reach 165 quick enough and you run the risk of having dangerous levels of bacteria. I just got my 20 lb turkey smoked and looks’ very good I used brown sugar and plenty of salt and olive oil rub all in hard term. On the shelf under the turkey I make what I call Stuffing Loafs. I know many a home cook who has served a turkey with the bag of giblets still in the cavity. As for the outside, I use butter and salt. I would not go much more than 15 lb max. 2 cups butter, room temperature I read the reviews and proceeded with your instructions exactly as written. It turned out great. I’m not a liquid smoke fan but I will add a little to the brine and any other seasoning. I then smoke at 220 deg. First while the bird is still frozen I use a Sawzall with a new blade and cut the Turkey in half. The bird was too tall for the lid to close snuggly. I changed the rub and tuned it into life of a baste… with extra butter and then also injected it into the meat and under the skin…. Bread In a small bowl, mix together all the dry herbs and spices. Alternatively, use the digital probe thermometer that came with your smoker. I just got my first fresh killed Turkey from my son this morning. You also need the right equipment. However, you have to use fingertips to put rub into the meat. Smoke them until they begin to ooze a little and feel soft. I’m doing my 20.9 pound bird for 10-14 hours. Wish me luck. 1 cup olive oil With a tall electric smoker box you could fit 2 smaller birds on upper and lower shelves, and maybe rotate them half way through the cooking. Should you brine? Place a drip pan on the next shelf above the water pan to collect drippings from the turkey. However, you can also create your own recipes to share with the people you enjoy spending time with. Right now it is in my refrigerator. yes… I am presently smoking 2-12 lb. Size Matters. My family loves my smoked turkey and we’ve done it since 1992! I buy a fresh 20lb free range turkey with no added salt. My Thanksgiving is in in your hands Sir… we shall see… only diff is we are using a Bradley Smoker, but I think we will do fine. The stuffing has been the hit of every thanksgiving I have made it for. Add cold water to complete total amount of water per directions on bag. Period. Because you don't need to read a story; you just need the damn recipe. I’ve seen turkeys on sale at our local grocery store several times in … In a small bowl, cream together the EVOO and softened butter. Inject this mixture just below the skin, as well as the middle of the turkey breast. Start checking the internal temperature of the bird after 3 hours and every 45 minutes with an accurate meat thermometer. I had to allow a little extra time because of a bigger bird. After 3 hours of smoking your turkey, place the whole potatoes on the top rack above the turkey. Next time I’ll try a different rub. Add the EVOO and orange zest to the rest of the seasonings and rub all over the outside of the turkey. I usually fill the water tray with just water. Your email address will not be published. Your email address will not be published. Salt and Pepper. The best pellet grill recipes. I neglected to measure the height of my charcoal smoker from the grill surface to the underside of the dome lid before purchasing my giant turkey. Place the charcoal into the bottom pan of the smoker. 2 tsp crushed red pepper Happy Thanksgiving! I liked your idea of adding Apple Cider to Water. Turkey is an excellent source of B vitamins, potassium, and the minerals iron, zinc, and phosphorus. Summer is often the time we smoke meat, but fall is perfect for testing out smoked turkey recipes for Thanksgiving. 3 Tbsp rosemary In a large 10-12 quart boiling pan I place 2 Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage tubes and break it up. Poke a couple of holes in them with a fork. Make sure you get a bird with no added salt. Get a 5 gallon food grade bucket w/lid. Whether you brine or not, thoroughly rinse the bird under cool running water. Rub? The large capacity allows you to cook up to a 20 pound turkey giving you the same results as oil, without the cleanup or safety … Simple. and they all turned out beautifully moist and cooked to perfection! I will be trying this the day after Thanksgiving with my family…I hope it is as good as it sounds 😊, Daren, Well, the bird has been in the smoker for an hour now. Tuck the tips of the wings tightly beneath the turkey. Rub the interior cavity of the turkey with 1/3 of the dry seasonings. Mix ½ cup olive oil with rosemary and red pepper. Had to crank up the temp of the smoker at the end because the rise of the internal temp slowed down to a crawl and we all wanted to eat. They cook much quicker as you don’t have to get rid of all the xtra water. Insane how moist this bird is. Directions: 1. Unfortunately, the turkey was too close to the heat source and was cooking unevenly. I smoke at about 250 for 8-10 hours. This will be year 3 I’ve brined and smoked a turkey. This is a great recipe, but it took my small 11lb bird about 10 hours to cook on my master built electric smoker. 1 Turkey At Masterbuilt we believe that given the right tools, anything can be mastered. Enough salt to barely float an in shell egg, for 8 hours. Place back in smoker and smoke for an additional hour or until internal temp reaches 60 … Add wood chips if you don’t see any smoke. It’s probably my fault, but I seriously didn’t think I’d need to put the bird in at 7am to be ready at 5pm for dinner. Thank you in advance. I stuffed it with fruit and used a lemon based Olive Oil. what were your cooking times? Thank you so much for such a great recipe! Add hot sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder and onion powder to liking. Many home cooks love to season a turkey with Cajun spices before smoking. Rub the crushed garlic over the … Also, might not want to brine the giblets, definitely not as long if you do. 20lb turkey would be 10 hours. Directions: 1. Light the coals and wait … 6. But it was good. Wrap turkey in cling wrap so it is completely covered and refrigerate 1 hour … 2. For me, that is an electric smoker, such as the Masterbuilt Digital Electric Smoker. Don’t buy a pre-brined or already seasoned bird. Turkey also contains L-tryptophan, an essential amino acid. Everyone has their own experiences smoking & it’s all up to our own taste buds, but with having been an avid smoker for over 20 years, this has been my experience. Do not leave it out on the countertop to thaw more quickly. I’m with David, I always brine (18 years at it). Masterbuilt makes professional-grade smokers, fryers, cookers, grills and more. I then wrap it in aluminum foil tightly with a remote temperature probe inserted in the thigh to 160 on the thermometer. 3. You just need the damn recipe. My first attempt at smoking a whole turkey was an epic fail. This allows you to lay the 2 halves flat on the grill for easier and more thorough smoking. I read it’s a 6.5 hour cook. Haha.. General question on smoking a turkey. Did you use ground thyme? It will not fit in my smoker whole. How long takes smoke a 20 pound whole turkey What seasoning or Audi repair a turkey for smoking in a master built 30 inch. The drippings will add lots of flavor to stuffing. Let the turkey smoke undistributed for an hour, Now, paint … Copyright © 2017 - 2021 Masterbuilt Recipes - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy & Contact. Hi Daren, I thank you for your tips on smoked turkey and sweet potatoes. I also cook mine @ 200 f for 10 hours after injecting with seasoned butter and is always amazing. What is your suggestion for the vent? Pork ribs (as required) BBQ sauce (any brand) Paprika (4tsp) Salt … Serve these whole with butter, salt, and pepper as a savory dish. Darren, this is your recipe, so hate to disagree with you, but I have cooked several turkeys well above 12 lbs. Really moist, great flavor. This process will cut half of my time in the kitchen. I have done this for MANY years and here is what I would recommend. You can do these on the top rack above the turkey during the last 2 to 3 hours of smoking. Do not place them below the turkey that is not fully cooked. Try out the best recipes for your grill. Bacon, brisket, salmon, vegetables and everything in between cup salt and pepper that..., reduce to 1 cup salt and lightly rinse after brine to maybe crisp the skin once. 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