Jack Daniels Smoked BBQ Turkey

January 07, 2014

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This turkey is smokey, flavorful and super juicy!

Brine:
1 cup Kosher salt
3/4 cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons coriander
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger
2 bay leaves
1 gallon ice
1 (16 to 18-pound) turkey, cleaned and gizzards removed

Turkey:
Bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce (or make your own!)
Kosher salt
2 celery stalks, quartered
1 lemon, quartered
1 onion, quartered
4 sprigs fresh parsley
4 cups wood chips, such as hickory or mesquite, soaked in water for 30 minutes and drained

For the brine: In a large stockpot, bring 6 quarts water, brown sugar, coriander, ginger, and bay leaves to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure the salt and...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
4265

Sodium
17893mg
745% DV

Fat
320g
492% DV

Protein
193g
386% DV

Carbs
99g
33% DV

Fiber
20g
82% DV