Spatchcock Turkey?

MountainEGGer · November 2009

Putting together the menu for my early thanksgiving dinner on the 14 and was thinking about trying to spatchcock a turkey. Anyone have any experience with this? If so, what size turkey did you use and how long did it take. I was thinking about a 12lb turkey. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Fidel · November 2009

I've done some in the 14-16 pound range. Works great.

Just like a chicken, only bigger. Use the same method.

Mainegg · November 2009

http://www.eggheadforum.com/index.php?option=com_simpleboard&func=view&id=753570&catid=1
about 4 posts down the page

I did a 14 lb on a med direct 350. perfect

my first post on it awhile back
http://www.eggheadforum.com/index.php?option=com_simpleboard&func=view&id=736070&catid=1#

Mickey · November 2009

I did it weekend before last. Direct and high in the dome with Kona Coffee Rub. VERY easy... DO what Julie says.

Florida Grillin Girl · November 2009

I did a turkey that weighed approx. 12 lbs. In addition to the backbone, I also took out the breast bone - here he is:

I cooked it in a pan to catch the juices. It cooked alot faster than if it were whole. Just cook it the same way you would in an oven with the meat thermometer set to 160- 165 in the breast.

And, yes, I have been told that he looks like he is on the way to his own funeral!

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