Brazilian-Syle Turkey with Ham |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Grilled is a different and fun way to prepare whole turkey. My mom has served this main dish for special occasions, Christmas in July and weddings at her home. Ingredients:
1 whole turkey (12 pounds) |
4-1/2 teaspoons salt |
2 teaspoons pepper |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1-1/2 cups white vinegar |
1 cup olive oil |
4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped |
4 medium green pepper, seeded and chopped |
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley |
2 pounds smoked ham, thinly sliced |
Directions:
1. Remove giblets from turkey and discard. Place a turkey-size oven roasting bag inside a second roasting bag; add turkey. Place in a roasting pan. Combine the salt, pepper and garlic; rub over turkey.
2. In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, tomatoes, peppers and parsley. Pour over turkey and into cavity. Squeeze out as much air as possible from bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours, turning several times.
3. Drain and discard marinade. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack.
4. Place turkey over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 180°, tenting turkey with foil after about 1 hour.
5. Let stand for 20 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, warm the ham. Layer turkey and ham slices on a serving platter. Yield: 12 servings plus leftovers.
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