This honey-infused smoked turkey recipe is perfect for your holiday feast. The turkey is marinated in a sweet and savory honey glaze, then smoked to perfection, resulting in a juicy and flavorful main dish that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey, thawed
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Place the thawed turkey in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it, making sure to coat the turkey evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your smoker to 250°F and add wood chips for a smoky flavor. Remove the turkey from the marinade and place it on the smoker rack.
- Smoke the turkey for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting with the remaining marinade every hour.
- Remove the turkey from the smoker and let it rest for 20 minutes before carving. Serve the honey smoked turkey with your favorite holiday sides.
- Enjoy your delicious honey smoked turkey!
Interesting Facts
Smoking the turkey with honey adds a sweet and smokey flavor to the meat.
Marinating the turkey overnight helps the flavors penetrate the meat for a more delicious taste.
Serve the honey smoked turkey with cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes for a complete holiday meal.