Smoked Turkey Burnt Ends Recipe
Smoked turkey burnt ends drizzled with a sweet & spicy glaze, served with a small garnish of collard greens
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Ingredients
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Smoked Turkey
Sweet & Spicy Glaze
Collard Greens Garnish
Method
Preparing the Turkey
- 1
Trim and Cube
Trim the skin from the turkey breast (and pork belly, if using) and cut into 1-inch cubes. This helps create a crispy exterior while smoking.
- 2
Season the Turkey
In a large bowl, toss the turkey cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and brown sugar until evenly coated.
Smoking the Turkey
- 3
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Use a mix of fruitwood and hickory for a balanced smoke flavor.
- 4
Smoke the Turkey
Place the seasoned turkey cubes (and pork belly, if using) in the smoker and cook for about 3 hours, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Making the Glaze
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, sriracha, garlic powder, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 6
Thicken the Glaze
Let the glaze simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Finishing the Turkey
- 7
Toss with Glaze
Once the turkey is done smoking, transfer the cubes to a large bowl and drizzle with the sweet and spicy glaze. Toss to coat evenly.
- 8
Caramelize
Return the glazed turkey to the smoker and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize.