Green Egg Turkey Recipe

If you’re looking to impress your family and friends this Thanksgiving, why not try a delicious turkey recipe cooked on a Big Green Egg? With its unique design and exceptional flavor, the Big Green Egg is the perfect tool for creating a mouthwatering turkey that will leave everyone wanting seconds. Here are some enticing recipes that will take your Thanksgiving feast to the next level:

1. Green Egg Turkey Recipe

Ingredients:

• 12 pound turkey
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons of kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon of black pepper

Instructions:

1. Rinse the turkey with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Rub the mixture all over the turkey, making sure to get under the skin and inside the cavity.

4. Set up your Big Green Egg for indirect cooking and preheat to 325°F.

5. Place the turkey on the grill, breast side up, and cook for about 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

6. Remove the turkey from the grill and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.

7. Smoked Brined Turkey

Ingredients:

• 14 pound turkey
• For the brine:
• 1 cup kosher salt
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1 tablespoon allspice berries
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 gallon water
• For the rub:
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine all the brine ingredients and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and let cool completely.

2. Place the turkey in a large container and pour the brine over it. Make sure the turkey is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.

3. Remove the turkey from the brine and pat dry with paper towels.

4. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.

5. Rub the mixture all over the turkey, making sure to get under the skin and inside the cavity.

6. Set up your Big Green Egg for indirect cooking and preheat to 275°F.

7. Place the turkey on the grill, breast side up, and cook for about 12 to 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

8. Guide to Cooking Thanksgiving Turkey on a Big Green Egg

Ingredients:

• 10-12 pound turkey
• Olive oil or melted butter
• Seasonings of your choice

Instructions:

1. Preheat your Big Green Egg to 325°F using indirect heat.
2. Rub the turkey with olive oil or melted butter, and season it with your favorite seasonings.
3. Place the turkey on the grill, breast side up, and cook for about 15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4. Remove the turkey from the grill and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.

These are just a few examples of the delicious turkey recipes you can create using a Big Green Egg. Whether you prefer a traditional roasted turkey or a flavorful smoked turkey, the Big Green Egg is sure to deliver exceptional results. With its precise temperature control and unique charcoal flavor, you’ll have a Thanksgiving turkey that will be the talk of the town. So fire up your Big Green Egg and get ready to impress your loved ones with a turkey that is juicy, tender, and full of flavor.