Butter & Herb Smoked Turkey on Pellet Grill
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- čas přidán 1. 11. 2021
- Smoked Turkey Recipe on Pellet Grill - brined and basted with butter and herbs for the best Smoked Thanksgiving Turkey
#smokedturkey #traegerthanksgiving #howtobbqright
Butter & Herb Smoked Turkey
WHAT MALCOM USED IN THIS RECIPE:
- Malcom's Bird Brine bit.ly/H2Qbirdbrine
- Meat Bags bit.ly/bbqmeatbags
- Clear Seasoning Shaker bit.ly/SeasoningShaker
- Hand Saver Gloves bit.ly/HandSaver
- Black Nitrile Gloves bit.ly/NitrileBBQGloves
- Thermoworks DOT bit.ly/ThermoworksDOT
- Red Handle 5" Boning Knife bit.ly/H2QKnife5
- Red Handle 10" Chef's Knife bit.ly/H2QKnife10
It’s time to nail down that Thanksgiving bird and my Butter & Herb Turkey recipe will make you the star of Turkey Day! I started with a 17lb bird and allowed it to thaw in the fridge for 4-5 days.
First I brine the turkey for 48 hours. I use a bottle of my Malcom’s Bird Brine along with cold water…that’s all there is to it. The Turkey goes into a meat bag with enough bird brine mixture to fully submerge the bird. After the brine, I place the turkey on a wire rack over a sheet pan and let it hang out in the refrigerator for a couple hours to really dry.
I fired up my pellet grill at 300 degrees. I smoke turkeys at a little higher temp to help render the fat underneath the skin which helps it almost crisp on the smoker. I stuff the cavity with celery, onion, lemon, garlic cloves, an herb bundle and a stick of butter, then tie the legs together with butcher twine.
I brush the skin with melted butter and season it generously with a mixture of Kosher salt, granulated garlic and dry poultry seasoning.Place the bird on the pellet grill with a "Turkey Blend pellets" but pecan would work great too. After an hour I start basting the turkey with my herb butter - and continue to baste every hour.
I also insert a probe thermometer into the thickest part on the breast with target temp set for 165 degrees. Once the skin gets golden brown you can tent the whole turkey with foil. I reached 165 at about the 4 1/2 hour mark but trust your thermometer don’t go by time alone. Let it rest a few minutes before carving.
Butter Herb Turkey on a Traeger
- 1 bottle Malcom’s Bird Brine
- 2 gallons water
- 1 whole turkey
- 2 stick unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Kosher salt
- 1/2 cup granulated garlic
- 1 Tablespoon poultry seasoning
- 1 stalk celery cut into 2-3” pieces
- 1 onion quartered
- 1 lemon halved
- 8-10 garlic cloves
- Herb bundle (fresh rosemary, thyme, sage)
Butter Herb Baste
- 2 sticks melted butter
- 1 Tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
Directions:
1. Place turkey in a large meat bag inside a brine bucket or large container (stockpot will work). Pour the bird brine into one gallon of water and whisk. Pour the mixture over the turkey and add the additional water to cover the bird. Close the bag to keep the bird submerged and refrigerate for 48 hours.
2. Remove the turkey from the brine and allow it to drain. Use paper towel to absorb moisture from the cavity and skin. Place the turkey on a wire rack over a sheet pan and air dry in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
3. Prepare pellet grill for smoking at 300 degrees.
4. Stuff the cavity with celery, onion, lemon, garlic, fresh herbs and 1 stick of butter. Tie the legs together using butcher twine.
5. Melt one stick of butter and brush over the skin. Combing the Kosher salt, granulated garlic, and poultry seasoning in a shaker. Season the outside of the bird generously with the seasoning mix.
6. Place the bird on the smoker *tip: keep it on the wire cooling rack to make rotating and moving the bird on/off the grill
7. Smoke the turkey for one hour and then start basting it with the butter herb mixture every hour.
8. Insert a probe thermometer at the 2 hour mark to monitor internal temp. Shield with aluminum foil once the skin gets a golden brown color.
9. When the turkey reaches 165 degrees in the breast remove it from the pit and rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
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Ah, yes… the annual “however Malcom does it this year is how we do it this year” video! Thanks!
I feel this on a spiritual level 🤣
So right!
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Yup
If I ever come back as a Turkey I hope I end up in Malcom's cart. I know he'd do me justice.
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Lol!!!
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Your fate is sealed *gong crash*
If 25% of the world cared/ did their job as well as Malcolm here, the world would be a much better place. This guy is awesome
He’s making food lol
Amen brother
You had me at "instead of using oil, I melted a couple of sticks of butter". Malcolm always delivers!
Right!! 🤣🤣
Hell yes! Preach!
Malcom - never smoked a turkey before. Bought your brine and followed your instructions. Best bird I’ve ever tasted. Family was in awe. All credit to you. Thanks man!
I bought his brine. Did you rinse your bird after brining? I don’t want it to be too salty.
@@Vizslaluvr I used it last year and did not rinse it. Wasn't too salty at all.
You are engaging, informative, and funny. You make smoking such an approachable hobby. Thanks for continuing to put out great videos!
Well said!
I can't figure out who would give any of Malcolm's videos thumbs down, except for out jealousy or the fact they can't eat what he's cooking 😁
I was thinking the same thing!
Vegans
They must be turkeys - sorry, I'll show myself out.
Possibly people who are fans of other smoker CZcamsrs, e.g., Meat Church. We've seen others, but frankly, we love Malcom's personality the best. He's just an awesome soul.
I love it! He sounds like Bubba talking about shrimp in Forrest Gump lol - @4:56 "turkey sandwiches, turkey pot pie, drumsticks..." Malcom you are awesome! Happy early Thanksgiving and I am definitely following this recipe in two weeks 🙂
Just do what Malcom says. It’s heaven.
This is what I love about moving to America from Australia with my American wife. The joy in this man's voice is something to behold. Guess what dude? I am going to smoke a Turkey! Ha ha! Thanks brother! Subscribed too!
Malcom is the only man who can eat food on CZcams and make the viewers taste it. Keep it up Sir! I reside in South GA, so I’m not that far! I think I smell your cooking actually 🤔🤣
Ain't that the truth!
I love this man more than words.... Every single thing he cooks is just heaven. I can taste it here all the way over in the UK!
I agree.
I just want to know if your neighbors just walk out to the backyard, and just think to themselves, "this mother fer." :D
They jump the fence!
Lol, I know mine do. Everytime they smell my smoker they always ask whats for dinner. I always share!
Every time right!
I would be like "hey neighbor, watcha cooking there?...mind if I grab the end piece there?"
I live in a 14 room rooming house on the 1st floor where the main kitchen is located. When I cook, the house starts to move. I share as well. Yesterday was onion, portaBella mushroom, cherry tomato, bell pepper, Gouda cheese omelettes and maple sausage. Wheat toast . One person fed 4 people and I still had enough for my breakfast today. Sharing food is one of the most basic ways to show love and care. Be well!
That turkey looks like a Norman Rockwell painting. Can't wait to cook my turkey on my new RecTeq 700 pellet grill this year! Thank you Malcom.
try mesquite ... a light sweet smoke, it rocks
@@andrefecteau Thanks for the great suggestion Andre! I may have to try that and I LOVE mesquite.
I've got an RT-700 also and used it for Thanksgiving last year. It was awesome. Only thing was, skin was a little gummy. I took it out of a wet brine the morning of. This year, I will take it out of the brine then dry in fridge for 24 hours. Happy smoking!
@@kmb1 rub your bird w mustard, then bake, you’ll be stunned at the results
@@kmb1 Thanks, that is a great tip on the air drying. I will definitely take that approach and see if I can get a more rotisserie texture.
Smoking Thanksgiving turkey is my favorite activity of the year .
This video is perfectly condensed. Not too much, not too little. Thanks.
Used this on a 22lb bird today and it turned out fantastic. I am excited to see what else the channel has. Thank you sir!
“I think I will” the pure joy in his voice I felt that 😂❤️
I did it! It came out AMAZING. The family could not believe the bird was smoked. Awesome classic roasted flavor, only super juicy. Use that thermometer and go for 165 on the breast.
This turkey would cause a riot in all 195 countries. What a phenomenal looking bird. I'd love to smell/taste this turkey. I'll just have to make my own.
The best holiday of the year, can’t wait for that thanksgiving turkey!
Amen
Preach!
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Made it today (T Day!). Utterly AWESOME! My 16yo "I dislike everything" son RAVED. VICTORY!
Happy Thanksgiving!
This man knows his turkey.
Followed this recipe last year. Best turkey EVER. Fed 22 people and every bit of turkey went with people going for 2nds and 3rds
Look no further when scrolling through how to smoke a turkey and come across a guy with a mean southern accent. Thank you sir!
Shout out to Malcolm, followed your recipe to the letter and just wanted to let you know that was the BEST AND MOISTEST turkey we have ever had and first one we smoked. Thank you for being you and enlightening us with your knowledge and supply of spices, everything else. Thank y’all again Lee
Brine makes a WORLD of a difference
I made this Turkey today and it was amazing. Skin was crispy and the meat was juicy. It was my first time smoking a turkey.
Thank you sir
i just did my first bird like this,,, and it was a home run today ,,, thanksgiving. it was not dry ,, it melted in your mouth,, thanks for video😋
Made this last year as my first time making the thanksgiving turkey. I'm now responsible for making the turkey every year. It was the best turkey I've ever had
Thanks for the recipe! Best Turkey!! Saving this recipe.
Someone please make a video montage of malcom taking the first bite across all his videos. Dudes a legend
Great show, Malcom!
Two years in a row now that the family said great Turkey. Thank you sir for spreading knowledge!
Awesome job Malcom!! Looks amazing!
Wow, that looks delicious Malcom!
Looks Amazing Malcom!!
I learn so much from you Malcom! Thank you.
Thanks, Malcolm!! Great recipe
Perfect timing for thanksgiving dinner 🍲
1:38 I love this part
You’re awesome Mr. Malcolm!!
You have the best videos Malcom. Thanks for the guidance for this year's turkey.
Another great video Malcom👍
Malcom is an American treasure, keep on bringing that heat boy
Smoked Turkey is always amazing. Great video!
As usual, fantastic cooking!
Awesome turkey done Malcolm style!
Malcom, you’re a smoke’n genius!
That's a turkey day keeper! Great job!👍
Another banger vid with another banger meal, Malcolm never fails
Love your videos Malcom!
Your seasoning will be playing a big role at my families Thanksgiving celebration this year. Thank you!
That one goes in the recipe box as Favorite !! Thanks Malcom. Fred.
Good Looking Bird Malcolm!
As always awesome job!! TFS!
Looks amazing
Malcolm always making food that makes your mouth water
Malcom it's just fun watching your channel. That Turkey looks delicious.
Winner, winner Turkey Dinner. Wow, that bird looks wonderful !!
Nicely done Malcom. Happy Thanksgiving brother!
fantastic as usual...I always get some good laughs with the facial expressions and the one liners...thanks for doing what you do!
Yes y'all have a wonderful Thanksgiving
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Omg yes Malcom we are doing this for Thanksgivings ! Thank you for the tips
Malcolm, this recipe was delicious!
Malcom, putting the bird on a rack like you did is a great idea. Thanks for sharing it with us. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Solid work big dog
Perfection as per usual!
I love it when he’s tasting at the end. You KNOW it’s good 💯
Malcolm, thank you. Another successful cook, and a happy family enjoying smoked turkey for the first time.
Malcolm is the real deal. He really does do it right. Dang!!
Malcolm is the SAINT of barbecue! This is a righteous turkey-bird!
Just have to say thank you. This was a winner for us this thanksgiving and everyone asked I do it for Christmas too. Thanks Malcolm
Beautiful turkey...happy Thanksgiving Malcom...
I’ve got two turkeys in my freezer right now that I’m going to smoke and this is how I’m doing mine this year. Thanks Malcolm, your videos are awesome. I never miss watching them.
Skin “gettin kinda taught”. Poetry. Sheer poetry.
Looks beautiful.
You are a blessing to all of us fans who have been watching you and purchasing you products over these past years. Most of what I know about bbq is from your friendly approach to teaching your craft. Thank you so very much Malcolm and Rachelle, you are truly good people.
Yes sir you did a great job
Thanks, Malcom!! Everyone LOVED it. My first time ever cooking a turkey. :)
I've tried your recipes and knocked it out of the park every time, keep being the Man!
My man! You have made my last 3 years of Thanksgiving the best yet and your recipes are a family favorite. I'm still using your recipe from 7 years ago (with the ziplock bag and cooler. I do it the same way!) but we fill the cavity with stuffing. Comes out great on my Smokey Mountain-18 inch. I'm looking forward to this weeks podcast!
Great vid. Thanks for the heads up to order some turkey brine. Love the 5lbs of seasoning you've added!
Looks delicious and tasty.
Hey Malcolm, I just want to thank you for this one. Made it today for a "Friendsgiving" meal, and it turned out magnificent, one of the best we've had. Hope you and yours have a fantastic holiday!
Did you rinse the brine off your bird before cooking or no?
@@zombie10slaya After the brine I just let it dry off in the fridge, but I did use some some paper towels to clear out some liquid in the cavity
Made this last year and by god, it was the best turkey I've ever made. I had to return to the video this year, because the fam requested it again. Malcolm never disappoints.
How big was your Turkey? I have a 20lb Turkey and I’m debating if I should spatchcock? Thanks!
@@mmonte60 I did a 14 last year. Doing a 15 this year. I would vote against the spatchcock because the cavity filling really did a lot for the flavor. But I’m no expert.
Ok thanks!
Made this yesterday for Thanksgiving. Turned out great.
Perfect timing with this one. I just committed to hosting Thanksgiving with a big ol smoked turkey on the pellet grill.
Tried this recipe for Thanksgiving this year and it was amazing! Family asked for it again for Christmas!
Good looking smoked turkey, will try this coming Thanksgiving.
This looks great!! I’ll be trying this!!
Smoke turkeys every year, but you always kick it up a notch. Can’t wait to try this recipe.
You guys are the best.
Followed your recipe last year and can't wait to try this one! The stick of butter in the cavity is going to be money! Keep up the awesome work Malcolm!
Thanks for the video, absolutely the best turkey I have ever done.
Awesome video! My first turkey smoke and you couldn’t have made it easier! Turkey turned out awesome!
That Turkey came out beautiful
I'm going to try this
Just wanted to say I made this for Thanksgiving and it turned out amazing! Thanks again for the recipe.
7:18 and this gentlemen is how Malcom held his first born for the first time.
Can't wait to try this 🍗