MARINATED THANKSGIVING TURKEY
My family enjoys this Thanksgiving turkey because it cooks up tender, tasty and golden brown. Build up flavor by marinating the meat, then grill it to add a tempting barbecued flavor. -Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the first 7 ingredients; set aside and refrigerate 1 cup for basting. Place 1 oven roasting bag inside the other. Place turkey inside inner bag; pour in remaining marinade. Seal bags, pressing out as much air as possible; turn to coat turkey. Place in a shallow roasting pan. Refrigerate overnight, turning several times., Remove turkey; drain and discard marinade. , Prepare grill for indirect medium heat. Tuck wings under turkey and arrange breast side down on grill rack. Grill, covered, for 1 hour. , If using a charcoal grill, add 10 briquettes to coals; turn the turkey. Baste with reserved marinade. Cook, covered, for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, adding 10 briquettes to maintain heat and brushing with marinade every 30 minutes until thermometer inserted in thigh reads 170°. Remove turkey from grill; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving. , Conventional roasting method: Follow steps for marinating turkey overnight. Preheat oven to 325°. Place turkey on a rack in a large roaster. Bake, uncovered, 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in a thigh reads 170°. Baste frequently with reserved marinade. When turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with a tent of aluminum foil. Remove turkey from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 20 minutes before carving. If desired, skim fat and thicken pan drippings for gravy; serve with turkey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 171mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 67g protein.
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mdrobin hossain
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. It's so delicious and flavorful.
Dil tamang
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.
LH hamzayt
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer. I'll never make turkey any other way again.
Jivan Jivan
[email protected]I've tried several turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The marinade really makes a difference.
Timothy Brown
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The turkey was so moist and flavorful.
alnass ahmadzia 1131
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The turkey was cooked to perfection and the marinade was amazing.
Ayaan Rishard
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe was so easy to follow. Even I could make a delicious turkey!
Nirpa Mgr
[email protected]This is the best turkey recipe I've ever tried. The meat was so juicy and tender, and the marinade added so much flavor.
Yoselyn Osorioramoss
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Elser Cordon
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.
Abel Addisu
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy.
Darryllee Lee
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's so easy to put together and the results are always delicious.
Ashiq Ayaz
[email protected]The marinade for this recipe is incredible. It really makes the turkey moist and flavorful.
Khan
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Thanksgiving turkey. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are amazing.
Shakeel Christian
[email protected]I've tried this recipe twice now and both times the turkey turned out perfectly. It's so easy to make and the marinade really infuses the turkey with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again next year.
Imrankhan Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the marinade made the skin nice and crispy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy way to cook a turkey.