How to BBQ a Turkey on the Weber Kettle~Easy Cooking

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier due to higher monounsaturated fats.

whole turkey

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey breast is leaner, while chicken is often more affordable.

Take the frozen turkey out of the package and check if it's thawed.

Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey's cavity.

Trim excess fat from the turkey for a nicer appearance.

Remove the wingtips to prevent burning during cooking.

Sprinkle the turkey with J Christopher rub.

Prepare the Weber kettle with Royal Oak lump charcoal, ensuring enough charcoal is used for cooking a large turkey.

Place the turkey breast down on the grill.

Insert an oven meat thermometer into the center of the breast.

Cook the turkey for about 40 minutes, then rotate it 180 degrees.

After another 40 minutes, turn the turkey over onto its back and insert a wireless probe thermometer into the breast.

Check the grill temperature, which should be around 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

After 40 more minutes, check the internal temperature of the turkey, aiming for 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Let the turkey rest for about half an hour before carving.

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