BBQ smoked turkey served

BBQ Smoked Turkey

BBQ smoked turkey is a classic American dish, gaining its deep, smoky flavor and juicy texture from slow smoking. There's a great tradition of smoking turkey in the southern states of the United States, especially in Texas and Tennessee, often served on special occasions. The turkey breast is the perfect base for smoking, as the slow cooking technique helps maintain its juiciness, while the smoke and BBQ sauce add perfect flavor. Worcestershire sauce and apple cider vinegar balance the spicy and sweet notes. This dish is an ideal choice for family barbecues, holiday dinners or even a special weekend meal. If you want a truly authentic BBQ experience, serve it fresh on buns with a portion of coleslaw.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 4 hr
Total 4 hr 20 min
750 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 6
2000 g Whole turkey breast
2 tbsp Salt
1 tbsp Black pepper
1 tbsp Garlic powder
2 tbsp Smoked Hungarian Sweet Paprika
2 tbsp Brown sugar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
300 ml BBQ sauce
2 tbsp Olive oil
500 g Charcoal or smoking wood

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels, then mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar in a bowl.

    2

    Thoroughly rub the turkey with the dry spice mixture, making sure to cover it evenly.

    3

    Preheat the smoker or grill to 230°F (110°C), and prepare charcoal or smoking wood for an intense smoky flavor.

    4

    Place the turkey on the smoker rack, and smoke for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

    5

    Mix together the Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and BBQ sauce, then brush the turkey with it during the last 30 minutes of smoking.

    6

    Once cooked, remove the turkey from the smoker, and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

    7

    Thinly slice and serve fresh on buns with grilled vegetables or coleslaw.