Brined Smoked Turkey Recipe - How To Brine and Smoke A Whole Turkey

[@billcrockett4976]

Great looking bird Joe. Another home run..... Thanks for another smoking tip for this Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family....

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you for watching Crockett! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.👍

[@backyardq1850]

Thanks for cooking on a offset seem like people have been going away from that lately

[@user1233002]

Yes, I am a believer in brining the bird. This Thanksgiving, I want to rotisserie smoke my turkey on my SnS kettle. I'm going to use your recipe as it sounds delicious. Thank You. Cheers from Chuck in the Arizona Desert.

[@mykittenisagrandmaster4381]

Awesome looking Turkey

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you!👍

[@Buford_T_Justice1]

You got me droolin’ all over my phone Joe! That was one amazing bird! Norman Rockwell couldn’t have painted a finer looking turkey!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Burford! It was a really good turkey.👍

[@flavor-addiction]

5 minutes!! preparation time and then go watch a movie while there turkey cooks itself: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGO8eKSZe9iFr7s

[@stefanorusso1836]

Wow ottimo lavoro👍🏻👍🏻perfetto un saluto dall’Italia

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you so much Stefano. Saluto my friend. 👍

[@Gquebbqco]

I want to have you over for thanksgiving Joe so you can make EVERYTHING

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

We can arrange that...only if you can find a way to duplicate baseball nut from BR. 😁 Thanks for watching Jason.👍

[@ScottRoberts-l3y]

Great video! Joe - you mentioned that brining improves flavor. Do you think that it increases juiciness too? Thanks

[@jimmydean1147]

Nifty idea using the pizza screen!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Jameson! I use those all the time. 👍

[@novisun]

I followed this exact recipe yesterday, and the turkey turned out so good! Thanks for putting this up and teaching us. Next project will be making bacon later this week.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Very nice Novi!👍

[@JoshandBabe]

That is a big ol' bird!!!! Brining is a hassle (at least to me) but I agree, it does add more flavor. The color and the juices!!!! That was a great looking turkey. Nice job.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you to my favorite MARRIED couple on KZbin. 🤘

[@waltersobchak1152]

Outstanding! I couldn't taste the turkey but my computer screen was delicious!

[@LouisatRshackBBQ]

Great video- I love a wet brined bird and the flavor it produces.

[@robdingledorf]

Very nice. I trim the excess skin also, but fry it in a little oil in a fry pan, till crispy and crunchy. Great snack waiting on the main course.

[@Boyleheights213por-vida]

Video well made hermano I will follow your lead sir HAPPY THANKSGIVING SMOKEY JOE .... ..EXCELLENT VIDEO..........DAM GOOD JOB

[@elwazaraza]

Fry the excess skin in your favorite oil. Flavor the the skin with a little salt, garlic powder and black pepper and BOOM!, you got a delicious snack.

[@kingpickle3712]

Pffft, I'm on to you. I know you have a team of woodchucks behind the scenes doing all of the hard stuff. That's why yourTurkey looks so delicious.

[@brianveestrom6784]

Turkeys have armpits! Thanks Joe! Happy Thanksgiving to your family.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

🤣 Haven't you ever smelled a turkey armpit? Thanks so much for watching Brian. 👍

[@dansong.tolman2793]

Right to the point, that is great for me. Thanks Joe, good video.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

You made an outstanding looking turkey. It looks really nice. Cheers, Joe! ✌️

[@BehindtheGarageBBQ]

Excellent looking bird brother Joe! That badboy was dripping when you spun it around on the Yoder 👌 cooked perfectly!! Thanks for sharing brother, have yourself a great one, you all stay safe!👍👊🍻🤘

[@cbagg6]

Great video as always 👍🏻

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you for watching Chris.🤘

[@inyourmouthbbq6278]

Looked amazing great helpful video!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you!

[@estevancamargo8107]

Felicidades Joe! Good job as always, Thank you for the videos

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Gracias Estevan! Saludos amigo.👍

[@joecantu2138]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge ,started viewing your videos, great information for those of use that enjoy a well cooked piece of meat to perfection

[@stersicm]

Sorry, may be a silly question, but did you keep the bird in a fridge/cooler while brining. My inclination is to but was not mentioned in the video. Thank you and looking forward to doing the cook next week!!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

In the fridge. 👍

[@stersicm]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ Thank you!! I assumed but best to hear it from the experts!!

[@barbqizwhatido2545]

Wow looks amazing

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you!👍

[@barbqizwhatido2545]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ yw 👍🏻

[@bobstraubtek6526]

nice job sir....

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Bob!👍

[@bbbyjay1264]

Great stuff brother!!!

[@DeadBrokeBBQ]

Great looking Big Bird Joe!! I really need to try that butter spray you use!! Seems like it works better than Duck Fat to crisp up the skin!! GREAT cook and have an awesome week brother!!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hey Ricer! I've never tried DF but I bet it's good. The I can't believe its not butter works for me. Thanks for watching buddy.🤘

[@4seasonsbbq]

Great lookin turkey Joe. I can't wait to get mine on my UDS-XL Thanksgiving morning. I'm gonna check out that pizza screen I really like it. Have a great day brother.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you so much for watching. I bet that UDS turkey is going to be tasty. 🤘

[@ramirogarcia6231]

Great looking bird. Gonna try this thanksgiving. I already ordered the seasoning and turkey bath.👍👍👍👍

[@partokompo9754]

Amazing recipe I already hit the red button Stay connected

[@CookinWithJames]

Looks good brother! Happy holidays!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you brother James! Happy Holidays bro!👍

[@chillz0052]

Ooooohhhhh man, that looks good

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Glen!👍

[@CookingwithStephennJacklyn]

Dang Joe!....fantastic looking Turkey it has a great color and I'm sure the flavors were outstanding 👌. Great content as always my brother keep on doing what you do. Take care and keep the family safe. Cheers!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Stepen! Thank you so much buddy. Do you guys celebrate Thanksgiving or is just another day for you guys? Take care and keep the family safe buddy. 👍

[@Just8Ate]

Wow awesome turkey dinner!!! I think brining is best for the turkeyto be tasty and juicy. This year luis and I are going to be at home and since its going to be small we might just do a turkey breast but will see what happeneds...great video like always...cheers 8)

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Nice! Hope you guys have an amazing Thanksgiving dinner. I appreciate you watching.👍

[@staffordjones103]

Nice video!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you Jones!🤘

[@rdonner28]

Thanks for the awesome video!!! Where u get the pan ur cooking the turkey on! I see why u like it. Thanks!

[@Stlmgnolia]

Joe my man,u nailed it again!!,Those"Meaters"are great no more cables all over the place.As much as I love thermoworks the Meaters are just as accurate especially on ambiant temps! happy thanksgiving

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

You're correct. The Meater is extremely accurate. I would always double check the temps with my Thermapen but I don't anymore. Thanks for watching.👍

[@jakecastillo6440]

Nice bird joe. What type of wood did you use for the smoke?

[@josegaucin6007]

Good lookin turkey 🦃,..... do you have a video on crispy pork belly something like chicharrón??? Thank you.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Jose, not yet buddy. Stay tuned. 🤘

[@afrochili]

I'd like to purchase a similar round tray for my turkeys. What's so you recommend I search for, and do you recommend a specific weight?

[@gerardodanella9964]

Great video Joe, BTW, what Dalstrong knife series do you use?

[@Keith80027]

Wonderful looking turkey with a great how to. I have a couple of questions on this cook. Does the lemon thyme brine bath flavor come thru over just a normal SPG brine bath? Keeping the brine cold for a large item like a turkey is a problem as I don't have a ref that would take a 5 gal bucket. Have you seen or tried a cooler with the 5 gal bucket in it with ice in the cooler? I am impressed with how sharp your knifes are, how do you sharpen them? Thanks again for the great cook and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Keith, the flavor of this brine is far greater than the traditional brine ingredients. Most people brine to keep the turkey moist but this brine makes the turkey juicy and with great flavor. You could definitely use ice, just make sure you keep the turkey cold. I haven't sharpened these knives yet but I plan on getting the Dalstrong stones soon. My knives need it now. Thanks for watching.

[@dtcoleman05]

Great looking turkey!! Where can I find a similar pizza screen?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks Derrick. Here you go. www.amazon.com/Winco-APZS-16-Winware-Seamless-Aluminum/dp/B001CI8VHS/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=pizza+sheet+screen&qid=1605618435&sr=8-8

[@leonodom4409]

Where did you get your apron? I'm a big guy and I like the way that one looks.

[@randynelson9620]

Good Morning Joe! Good lookin' bird!! What size pizza pan is that? I wanna get one.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

That's a 16" sheet that I used. Thanks for watching.👍www.amazon.com/Winco-APZS-16-Winware-Seamless-Aluminum/dp/B001CI8VHS/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=pizza+sheet+screen&qid=1605618435&sr=8-8

[@markn.7054]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ - I stole this idea from you as well. It’s always the simplest things that turn out to be huge. I finally bought 2 pizza screens over the weekend. This will some save time & a little aggravation (especially with fallen wing soldiers through grates)...I wondered why didn’t I think of this & buy them sooner. I’m grateful.

[@kinnco]

Should you brine a store bought pre basted turkey that I’m planning on spatchcocking and smoking?? Wifey bought it by mistake. Your advice please.Thank you!! 🦃

[@markmccaleb4038]

Dang that one looks great too!! Now I've got to decide if I'm doing the spatchcock turkey or this one, or both!!😂😂

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

The spatchcocked turkey was still my favorite. This Turkey was extremely delicious too. Thanks for watching Mark. 👍

[@kurtisgarcia6965]

I’m In the same boat as you which way

[@timothydeyoung5653]

I put turkey necks in water and make broth for soup, it's always the best soup.

[@Hunterlewis675]

Dogs loves the innards

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Oh man, I should've given them to my dog. 👍

[@davidchavarria2992]

Great video, Joe. What are your thoughts on injecting in addition to brining?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello David, you can absolutely do that...that would be one heck of a juicy turkey I bet. 👍

[@davidchavarria2992]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ Awesome. Thanks for your reply!

[@ericaltamirano714]

What about that marinating bucket 🪣 ? Prepping early for Thanksgiving

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

That works Eric!🤘

[@bradhelfrich6602]

Hey Joe great job on the bird! How many of those meater+ probes do you have? I'm asking so I get an Idea on how many I should order, thanks!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Brad, I own 2 but I'm planning on getting the Meater Block soon. 👍

[@DeadlyVenomKing]

Smokin Joe's Armpit

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Gotta season them pits!😁

[@CarnivoreKipp]

Where did you find the screen that you sat the turkey on.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Here you go Kipp. Thanks for watching.👍www.amazon.com/Winco-APZS-16-Winware-Seamless-Aluminum/dp/B001CI8VHS/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=pizza+sheet+screen&qid=1605618435&sr=8-8

[@theguyshow3392]

Great looking turkey Joe, that brine in a bottle makes it look easy! Happy Thanksgiving to you and the family!

[@michaeldeandavis6085]

Do you refrigerate while brining?

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Yes I do.

[@ramirogarcia6231]

Do you keep bird in brine in the fridge For the brine time?

[@dankuhl991]

Any advice on smoking a 24lb turkey on a pellet grill? I.e temp and time? Thanks Dan

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Dan, I would smokenthe turkey for 2 hours at 250° and then crank it up to 425° until you hit 165 on the breast and 170°ish on the thighs. Rotate the turkey every hour or so. Happy Thanksgiving.👍

[@jasoncurtis2210]

How big was the turkey how long did you cook and what temp?

[@loisjamison3624]

Question can one use this brine/ seasoning method to prepare a fried turkey.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Absolutely. Just pat the turkey dry as I did to remove the moisture from the surface and you'll be fine. Thanks for watching.👍

[@dodgingbulletspa5966]

Might have missed this in the video but what lb turkey was that? Just trying to plan out when I need to throw mine on. Will be my first time smoking a turkey for the whole family so its a larger one! :) love the videos has helped me expand what all I can cook confidently and learning some tips and tricks.

[@jonathandecker4850]

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[@Raider_Jimmy]

Hey joe how do you like the meatee Probe?🤔 is 70 for 1 worth it???

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hey Jimmy! Bro, I really like my Meater probes. Very accurate.👍

[@jeffreyhilbourn209]

What’s the cattleman’s rub

[@dorisjohns9861]

It'd be cool if I had preparations for a nice sized turkey I'd get

[@dynodansmoking]

nice bird joe...... ill be cooking 32

[@michaeljacobssr.2399]

What is the name of the Thermometer and where did you buy it

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Hello Michael, that's the Meater+. Here you go. meater.com

[@russellnentwich8745]

The end piece of the breast is my favorite part too. In this part of Texas we call em nipples. 😂 love the videos man!

[@lilbeav02]

Wouldn’t brining a butterball make it too salty??

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

You can but it's probably pre brined. I like using 1 gallon of water to half a cup of salt with a cup of herbs de provence. Let it brine for 1 day, rinse and season lightly.👍

[@lilbeav02]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ thank you! I ask because I picked up a butterball I’m going to be smoking for thanksgiving and wanted to make sure I can still brine it. 👍🏻

[@markn.7054]

Mighty fine...mighty fine! Great looking juicy turkey and I’m sure it was bursting with flavor. I can’t wait to get my bird on the smoker next week. Thank you for sharing 3 smoking methods for turkey this month. Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🦃!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thank you for being a loyal subscriber to my channel Mark. 👍 Have a great Thanksgiving buddy.

[@hanktrantham2641]

Killer looking bird Joe.....but would I have expected anything less from you? (No way)

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks Hank!🤘

[@mannymrtz4940]

This recipe vs LC BBQ recipe???

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Although this was extremely tasty, my family chose the LC injection with the Sucklebusters Clucker Dust. 👍

[@robertrodgers1423]

2 things: have you considered spraying just melted butter rather than the fake stuff? More difficult I'm sure but might be superior in flavor. Last item, bring back the mustache, either all or none. Thanks for sharing.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks Robert! You know they do sell butter sprayers and I've been thinking about ordering a sprayer. I'm liking the Amish look but the goat will be back. 😁👍

[@backyardq1850]

Okay that’s new smoking the tale separately

[@brianwilliams309]

If I can get my turkey skin that crispy I will be happy. I have done 2 turkeys and chicken and still have not got a crispy skin

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

Thanks for watching Brian. Crank that temp up to 425° and you'll get that nice skin. 🤘

[@brianwilliams309]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ i have an Oklahoma.joe the dang thing might melt lol.

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

@@brianwilliams309 🤣True. Do you own a pellet smoker? I want to try a hybrid cook. One hour on an offset and finish it off on a pellet smoker.

[@brianwilliams309]

@@SmokinJoesPitBBQ my pellet smoker is dead. Had a fire and it melted the wires. Was smoking a pork butt and the fire was coming from the back of the hopper. Pit boss still has yet to get back to me. So I went and got a budget smoker its not too bad but just want a crispy skin on a turkey.

[@berlinvlogs]

brined smoked turkey recipe. smoke a whole turkey could be so hard to get the exact flavor

[@backyardq1850]

I see that sausage bro

[@terrencechandler9494]

Nah, you dont throw out the neck and gibblets...you must be from Texas

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

I know, my mom would kill me if she found out I threw them in the trash. Thanks for watching.👍

[@savagecanucks]

Overcooked!!!

[@SmokinJoesPitBBQ]

🤣 okay 👍🏼