Smoked Turkey Drumsticks
Discover the rich flavors of these smoked turkey drumsticks, brined to perfection with a blend of Tender Quick salt, brown sugar, and aromatic liquid smoke. Slow-roasted to a golden mahogany hue, these drumsticks promise to be a mouthwatering delight.
Ingredients
For Brining | |
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| 1 | cup Morton Tender Quick salt |
| 1⁄2 | cup brown sugar |
| 2 | tablespoons liquid smoke |
| 1⁄2 | gallon water (or enough water to cover pieces) |
| 10 | turkey legs (turkey wings, whole turkey, or whole chicken) |
Instructions
For Brining and Roasting | |
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| 1. | Combine Morton Tender Quick salt, brown sugar, liquid smoke, and water. Ensure everything is dissolved and pour the brine over the turkey drumsticks. |
| 2. | Refrigerate the brined turkey drumsticks in a covered container for 24 to 72 hours. |
| 3. | After brining, rinse off the brine, pat the turkey drumsticks dry with paper towels, and roast them at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes. |
| 4. | To achieve a deeper color, increase the oven temperature to 500°F. Roast the drumsticks until they develop a rich mahogany color. Flip them over to roast the other side until browned. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 1216.8 kcal |
| Protein | 159.5 g |
| Fat | 54.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 10.7 g |
Published on Aug 15, 2024 by Luminița