First Turkey Breast

[hhrabovsky21]

Hey Everybody I am really new at this stuff, I did a brisket last weekend that turned out pretty good, but have some questions about turkey breast, I know about brineing, but not sure about anything else, do you do a rub like you do on beef, or do you just throw it in there, any wood better than anyother wood, I dont care for hickory or mesquite, any help would be great.

Henry

 

[msmith]

Henry I usually rub the turkey breast with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pecan wood is very good with any type of meat.

 

[hhrabovsky21]

That sounds realy good right now, cant wait, but I just relized I did'nt ask important questions like How long to cook is it the same as a whole turkey 30-40 min, and what should be the final temp? I just got my tayler therm. today.
Thanks Henry

 

[deejaydebi]

Henry -

Go here:

http://www.deejayssmokepit.net/Poultry.htm

Also check the download secion for times and temperatures. Don't plan on a 30 minute smoke plan on 3 to 4 hours or until the internals temps are up to 170 degrees F.


Marvin and I use about the same seasoning but I gotta add some cajun spice (I swear I'm hooked on that stuff).

 

[hhrabovsky21]

Thanks for the info, sorry I ment to say 30-40 min per pound, so thanks

 

[deejaydebi]

That's okat Henry I just didn't want you to starve!

 

[msmith]

Henry I forgot to mention that injecting that breast with creole and butter is also very good.

 

[yardman65]

Hi folks, Boy did I log on at the right time as I am ready to attempt a turkey breast. Here is a the information I need just waiting for me. Thanks to you all.

 

[sumosmoke]

Henry - good luck on your first smoked turkey breast. Don't forget to post some q-vue so we can all salivate over your grub!