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Smoked Turkey Necks


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious smoked turkey necks seasoned to perfection.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/22 pounds raw turkey necks (Not smoked or previously cooked.)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon Creole Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (Measured solid.)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup broth (Any broth, turkey, chicken, vegetable, etc.)
  • foil

Instructions

  1. Preheat smoker to 225 degrees.
  2. Pat the turkey necks dry. Drizzle both sides of the necks with olive oil and then sprinkle the spices onto both sides of the necks.
  3. Add the seasoned turkey necks to the smoker. Smoke for 1 1/2 hours.
  4. Remove the turkey necks and place them onto foil. Drizzle with melted butter and apple cider vinegar. Wrap the turkey necks in the foil.
  5. Smoke for an additional hour until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees. Cook longer if necessary.
  6. If you like tender, fall-off-the-bone turkey necks, add the broth to a pressure cooker then place the smoked turkey necks on top.
  7. Pressure cook for 15-20 minutes until tender, or you can add the smoked turkey necks to a baking dish. Bake at 370 degrees until tender.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can enhance the broth with additional spices.
  • Cooking times may vary based on the size of the turkey necks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg