Here are the links to Patriot Pits website and instagram. If you reach out with questions or to order a smoker, be sure to use the code "Fattys" to receive a handmade charcoal chimney AND a firebox tool! Website: patriotpits.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/patriot.pits/ Here are the links to the products mentioned in this video: Meat Injector: amzn.to/3TNTZpc Tony Chacheres Cajun Seasoning: amzn.to/3JkXG0K Two Step Cajun Seasoning amzn.to/3Gvnnxu Here are the links to the other videos mentioned in this one: Patriot Pits Brisket Cook: ua-cam.com/video/cVM9O4Y4kxA/v-deo.html The Best Wood For Smoking: ua-cam.com/video/rpaCFw3QvmY/v-deo.html Offset Smoker Fire Management: ua-cam.com/video/SdzIiz34nAw/v-deo.html
I made a smoked turkey in 2022. Bought it from a meat market, fresh turkey never frozen. $80 later I brined the turkey for about 18 hours, I used 2 or 3 gallons of spring water and a half a container of Slap Yo' Mama Cajun seasoning. I didn't inject it, but I cooked to temperature and turned out to perfection! Everyone said it was the best turkey they had ever had, first Thanksgiving that every bit of turkey was eaten during the meal, none whatsoever for sandwiches or turkey salad. I will do 2 turkeys next time. If I get a big smoker I might go into the smoked turkey business.😊
I was told to place a pan under the meat, whatever you're cooking and fill it with water. So, the steam would keep the meat moist. After watching several videos, I have not seen anyone do this, just wondered what you thought. The wife got a turkey for Thanksgiving, and I thought I would try and smoke it. Never tried this before. I went out and got a temp meter and an injector. Got some wood and some apple wood chucks. Ready to go and it rained all day and looks like it is going to rain tomorrow.
Are you using this on an offset or a kettle? If on a kettle, I would try it. If on an offset, I use a water pan near the firebox for everything. Keep in mind the moisture will be from not only not drying it out, but from the fat content, which is why you'd inject since turkey is so damn lean. The weather here is crap too, so I feel your pain. 😥
I just got an offset smoker about a week ago. Have been watching more videos on smoking than I care to admit. Haven't used it yet, probably because I'm scared to muck something up. Came across your channel and thought "this guy really looks like he knows what he's doing.... Then I watched your first brisket smoke.... Now I'm not scared anymore 🤣 We learn by doing mate. Subbed.
I'm glad that video actually calmed your nerves, as I was the same exact way. I mean, I probably shouldn't have done a brisket as my first cook but, it is what it is! I made that video for that exact purpose, as I wanted to show people my first smoking experience. It took some practice but now, cooking a brisket is as easy as driving a car! Thanks for the sub and I'm glad you're finding value in my content. Happy smoking!
Turkey looks absolutely amazing!! Nice job buddy. Why the move?! I always wish I lived in the south but man I would miss winter and the seasons changing. It's currently 17 degrees here, such a love hate thing.
Thanks! Tasted just as good! Nothing is official, but I need a change. Been in CT my whole life and it's just not the place for me anymore. I'm personally not a fan of the winter. I wouldn't mind it as much if it were just 2 or 3 months of hell, but when it stretches to 8 months of cold, I can't take it. I think last year I wore shorts for the first time in mid May, and it wasn't even like we had snow much, it was just cold. However, I will say I don't think I could move somewhere with literally no seasons. I'd go crazy!
Well it’s a bit tougher in the winter if you have thin steel. Summer is a piece of cake. However, if it’s windy, it’s just terrible. Doesn’t matter when it is. It wasn’t as bad with this smoker but with my brazos, due to the thin splits, my fire would literally just go out or the door would fling open. Unreal.
@@FattysFeasts just out of curriosity, since we're both in the same-ish area, did you find a good wood supplier somewhere around here that you could recommend? I'm new to this stick burning game and i'd like to find a good reliable source of fuel for my offset smoker.
@@NuarStanger So I initially ordered from Eric's tree service in Columbia. Not very close to you, but I know they basically deliver everywhere in CT. They gave me a mix of maple, oak and hickory, which I separated out. Their prices are extremely cheap compared to everyone else I found and the wood is the same quality. I also got some from a friend who was clearing a lot. Dan from patriot pits lives close to you, so I can ask him where he gets his wood but I also have a good friend in Somers that processes hardwood now that would probably deliver out there.
Drinking game idea: Every time Fatty says "Bad Boy" take a drink. You will be well liquored up by the end of the segment..... and hungry too! Nice job!!
I'm dead! 💀💀😂 I actually sort of make it a point to say it because it annoys one of my best friends. But I'm going to take your idea and make it some kind of thing now! I'm glad someone else noticed. If you play the game let me know how it goes 😁
For what it's worth. It is safe to brine a store bought bird. I've done several and they are not over salted at all. I'm scanning for ideas and came across your channel. I picked up a 19.75 lb bird and can't decide to smoke, Spatchcock smoke, Fry, or the only thing I have not done to date it Smoke/Fry. Decisions decisions.
Good to know. I've heard different things from other people. Honestly I think it may be pretty tough to make a turkey taste more terrible than it already is😂 I've had my fair share of fried and I prefer it smoked. However, I've never had spatchcocked smoked. Maybe I'll do that for next years video!
I've been listening to a lot of guys buy on u tube a "Butter Ball Turkey " because it's brined already and they don't have to brine it. This is definitely not true. If you buy a Butter Ball Turkey please go ahead and brine it with your home made brine recipe and add you'll have a much better tasting moist Turkey that everyone will be eating for days.
Here are the links to Patriot Pits website and instagram. If you reach out with questions or to order a smoker, be sure to use the code "Fattys" to receive a handmade charcoal chimney AND a firebox tool!
Website: patriotpits.com/
Instagram: instagram.com/patriot.pits/
Here are the links to the products mentioned in this video:
Meat Injector: amzn.to/3TNTZpc
Tony Chacheres Cajun Seasoning: amzn.to/3JkXG0K
Two Step Cajun Seasoning amzn.to/3Gvnnxu
Here are the links to the other videos mentioned in this one:
Patriot Pits Brisket Cook: ua-cam.com/video/cVM9O4Y4kxA/v-deo.html
The Best Wood For Smoking: ua-cam.com/video/rpaCFw3QvmY/v-deo.html
Offset Smoker Fire Management: ua-cam.com/video/SdzIiz34nAw/v-deo.html
I made a smoked turkey in 2022. Bought it from a meat market, fresh turkey never frozen. $80 later I brined the turkey for about 18 hours, I used 2 or 3 gallons of spring water and a half a container of Slap Yo' Mama Cajun seasoning. I didn't inject it, but I cooked to temperature and turned out to perfection! Everyone said it was the best turkey they had ever had, first Thanksgiving that every bit of turkey was eaten during the meal, none whatsoever for sandwiches or turkey salad. I will do 2 turkeys next time. If I get a big smoker I might go into the smoked turkey business.😊
Did you remove the giblets before brining?
Thanks a lot I watched your video last week to get some ideas now on Thanksgiving Day I'm putting your method together.. thanks a lot 😎
Great Smoker Turkey came out nice beautiful color. What size bird is that, if you mentioned it I missed it
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanks! It was just over 18 pounds. Happy thanksgiving to you as well!
I was told to place a pan under the meat, whatever you're cooking and fill it with water. So, the steam would keep the meat moist. After watching several videos, I have not seen anyone do this, just wondered what you thought. The wife got a turkey for Thanksgiving, and I thought I would try and smoke it. Never tried this before. I went out and got a temp meter and an injector. Got some wood and some apple wood chucks. Ready to go and it rained all day and looks like it is going to rain tomorrow.
Are you using this on an offset or a kettle? If on a kettle, I would try it. If on an offset, I use a water pan near the firebox for everything. Keep in mind the moisture will be from not only not drying it out, but from the fat content, which is why you'd inject since turkey is so damn lean. The weather here is crap too, so I feel your pain. 😥
Great job bro. Doing mine Thursday morning. This definitely helped✊🏿
Glad I could help! Hope yours turns out great and you have a good thanksgiving!
When injecting turkey try Tony charie creole butter injecting liquid
I just got an offset smoker about a week ago. Have been watching more videos on smoking than I care to admit. Haven't used it yet, probably because I'm scared to muck something up. Came across your channel and thought "this guy really looks like he knows what he's doing.... Then I watched your first brisket smoke.... Now I'm not scared anymore 🤣
We learn by doing mate.
Subbed.
I'm glad that video actually calmed your nerves, as I was the same exact way. I mean, I probably shouldn't have done a brisket as my first cook but, it is what it is! I made that video for that exact purpose, as I wanted to show people my first smoking experience. It took some practice but now, cooking a brisket is as easy as driving a car! Thanks for the sub and I'm glad you're finding value in my content. Happy smoking!
I spatchcocked one last year on the Weber kettle came out fantastic. Will probably do it that way every year.
Turkey looks absolutely amazing!! Nice job buddy. Why the move?! I always wish I lived in the south but man I would miss winter and the seasons changing. It's currently 17 degrees here, such a love hate thing.
Thanks! Tasted just as good! Nothing is official, but I need a change. Been in CT my whole life and it's just not the place for me anymore. I'm personally not a fan of the winter. I wouldn't mind it as much if it were just 2 or 3 months of hell, but when it stretches to 8 months of cold, I can't take it. I think last year I wore shorts for the first time in mid May, and it wasn't even like we had snow much, it was just cold. However, I will say I don't think I could move somewhere with literally no seasons. I'd go crazy!
Do you find it harder to keep the temps up during the colder months? and vise versa in the summer?
Well it’s a bit tougher in the winter if you have thin steel. Summer is a piece of cake. However, if it’s windy, it’s just terrible. Doesn’t matter when it is. It wasn’t as bad with this smoker but with my brazos, due to the thin splits, my fire would literally just go out or the door would fling open. Unreal.
As far as the direction of your house an the wind just turn your smoker in the opposite direction 🤔
@@carolinatarheel4645 Problem is I like the lighting for videos where it is and I can stay warm in my garage while watching the fire.
Right on looks pretty dang good, I might try it have fun
It definitely was!!
looks great man. cheers!
Tasted just as good! Hope you have a great thanksgiving!
I'm in Connecticut too! New Hartford. What area do you live in?
Nice, right down the street! I live in Ellington.
@@FattysFeasts just out of curriosity, since we're both in the same-ish area, did you find a good wood supplier somewhere around here that you could recommend?
I'm new to this stick burning game and i'd like to find a good reliable source of fuel for my offset smoker.
@@NuarStanger So I initially ordered from Eric's tree service in Columbia. Not very close to you, but I know they basically deliver everywhere in CT. They gave me a mix of maple, oak and hickory, which I separated out. Their prices are extremely cheap compared to everyone else I found and the wood is the same quality. I also got some from a friend who was clearing a lot. Dan from patriot pits lives close to you, so I can ask him where he gets his wood but I also have a good friend in Somers that processes hardwood now that would probably deliver out there.
Can i put pineapple juice on that drip pan
Go for it
Drinking game idea: Every time Fatty says "Bad Boy" take a drink. You will be well liquored up by the end of the segment..... and hungry too! Nice job!!
I'm dead! 💀💀😂 I actually sort of make it a point to say it because it annoys one of my best friends. But I'm going to take your idea and make it some kind of thing now! I'm glad someone else noticed. If you play the game let me know how it goes 😁
Is that Taysom Hill?
what temp and smoke for how long?
Did you not hear me explain that in the video?
@@FattysFeastsSome people ride da short bus to school 😂
Use some alluminum foil and drap over bird once it hits golden brown and it wont burn like that
I wouldn't say it burned, but that's a good tip!
For what it's worth. It is safe to brine a store bought bird. I've done several and they are not over salted at all. I'm scanning for ideas and came across your channel. I picked up a 19.75 lb bird and can't decide to smoke, Spatchcock smoke, Fry, or the only thing I have not done to date it Smoke/Fry. Decisions decisions.
Good to know. I've heard different things from other people. Honestly I think it may be pretty tough to make a turkey taste more terrible than it already is😂 I've had my fair share of fried and I prefer it smoked. However, I've never had spatchcocked smoked. Maybe I'll do that for next years video!
Man I just did a spatchcocked turkey. It took like 80 minutes. Perfect
@@oscart3087 Nice!
Looks tasty🍗🔥👍
Hell yeah it was! Wish it was a little more moist but ya know...it's turkey.
I've been listening to a lot of guys buy on u tube a "Butter Ball Turkey " because it's brined already and they don't have to brine it. This is definitely not true. If you buy a Butter Ball Turkey please go ahead and brine it with your home made brine recipe and add you'll have a much better tasting moist Turkey that everyone will be eating for days.
Good point. I've tried it since then and brined it and I agree.
A little too dark.. but looks good
Nice Video. Have a GREAT Thanksgiving.
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#PHILLYPHILLY 🇺🇸
Hope you had a good one as well!
You overdid it, man. It was going fantastic until you pushed the temp at the end. I bet it's good, but watch it closely at higher Temps.
Low and slow is the best method, You should have kept it at 275 -300 for the entire cook.
I’ve done it this way many times and it always has worked. Just adds a nice crisp to the skin for that last 30 min to an hour.
@@FattysFeasts Yes, but the high temp dried out the meat.
Looks Great.
It was bigly!
The breast was done before you bumped the temp up so i can imagine it was dry. That's the bad thing about a big turkey.
That and I stuffed it with...stuff. I don't think that helped.
Lol burnt turkey is not good
This wasn’t burnt man 😂
Learn how to smoke buddy it’s called bark
Cut the profanity!!! Totally unnecessary!!!
I'll just continue being me, but thanks...