PASTRAMI-STYLE GRILLED TURKEY BREAST

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Yes, you can buy just a turkey breast for this recipe. And when you cook it without the rest of the bird, you eliminate all those whole-bird problems. This goes great with Cornmeal Bao With Turkey and Black Pepper Sauce.

Provided by Josh Walker

Categories     Bon Appétit     turkey     Spice     Coriander     Fennel     Pepper     Dinner     Fall     Grill

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons coriander seeds
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
1 (6-8-pound) skin-on, bone-in turkey breast, patted dry
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons kosher salt
Special Equipment
A spice mill or a mortar and pestle; a chimney starter and smoking chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Coarsely grind coriander seeds, black peppercorns, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns in spice mill or with mortar and pestle. Place turkey on a large rimmed baking sheet and rub all over with oil and sprinkle cavity and all over outside with salt, then do the same with spice mixture. Let sit at room temperature at least 1 hour, or cover and chill up to 12 hours.
  • If chilled, let sit at room temperature 1 hour before grilling.
  • If using a charcoal grill, fill a chimney with charcoal and light. Once coals are covered with ash, spread half on each side of grill, leaving center empty. Set top grate on grill. If using smoking chips, scatter a handful evenly over coals. Place turkey on center of grate (do not allow any part of turkey to extend over coals). Cover grill. Insert an instant-read thermometer into hole in hood. Cook turkey, scattering a handful of chips evenly over coals every 20 minutes and rotating turkey every 30 minutes for even browning (lift grate with turkey on it and rotate 180°F each time), until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of breast without touching bone registers 150°F, 75-90 minutes. Maintain grill temperature as close as possible to 350°F throughout process, opening vents to increase temperature and closing vents to reduce it and adding more charcoal as needed. Transfer turkey to a cutting board and let rest at least 30 minutes before carving.
  • If using oven, preheat to 425°F. Place turkey on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, rotating baking sheet once, until skin is golden brown and most of fat in skin has rendered, 35-45 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 250°F and continue to roast turkey until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of breast without touching bone registers 150°F, about 45-60 minutes longer. Transfer turkey to a cutting board and let rest at least 30 minutes before carving.

Nur Dania Datrisyah
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The pastrami-style marinade really tenderizes the turkey and gives it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Eddy Izquierdo
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pastrami-style marinade gives the turkey a nice smoky flavor, and the grilled vegetables add a bit of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Maina
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey. Just slice the turkey breast and marinate it overnight, then grill it according to the recipe. You'll have a delicious and easy meal in no time.


Dj raju max
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I gave it a try. The pastrami-style marinade really does give the turkey a delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sm shamim Islam
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This dish is a great way to change up your usual turkey dinner routine. It's easy to make, and the results are delicious. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Md Hakim Rana
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The pastrami-style marinade really tenderizes the turkey and gives it a delicious flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Niwamanya Zion pro
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pastrami-style marinade gives the turkey a nice smoky flavor, and the grilled vegetables add a bit of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Amire Amire
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey. Just slice the turkey breast and marinate it overnight, then grill it according to the recipe. You'll have a delicious and easy meal in no time.


Marwan Zahran
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I gave it a try. The pastrami-style marinade really does give the turkey a delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mehtab Syed
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This pastrami-style grilled turkey breast is a great way to change up your usual turkey dinner routine. It's easy to make, and the results are delicious. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


michael ramboz
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit. The turkey is always juicy and flavorful, and the pastrami-style marinade gives it a nice smoky flavor. I love serving this dish with grilled vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Lucilio Chilengue
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The pastrami-style marinade gives the turkey a really unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe!


Lori Oathout
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I'm not a huge fan of turkey, but this recipe has changed my mind. The pastrami-style marinade really tenderizes the turkey and gives it a delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Heather swarts
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. Just slice the turkey breast and marinate it overnight, then grill it according to the recipe. You'll have a delicious and easy meal in no time.


Ayaan Jan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook turkey, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The pastrami-style marinade is a great way to add some extra flavor to the turkey, and grilling it gives it a nice smoky flavor.


Mohammed Samy
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never been a fan of turkey, but this dish has made me a convert. The pastrami-style marinade infuses the turkey with so much flavor, and grilling it gives it a perfect crispy crust.


Edmund Egule
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I love pastrami, but I'm always looking for healthier alternatives. This grilled turkey breast is the perfect solution! It's got all the flavor of pastrami, but without all the fat and calories.


Nokugcina Snqazo
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This pastrami-style grilled turkey breast was a huge hit at our last BBQ! The flavors were incredible, and it was so juicy and tender. I'll definitely be making this again soon.