How Do You Smoke A Turkey In A BBQ Pit?
Once upon a time a barbecue pit was a hole in the ground, but today they have a second name: a BBQ smoker. Barbecue pits of today are surrounded by metal and have wheels for easy maneuvering. BBQ smokers are considered by purists to be what barbecue is all about. The slow cooking allows the flavor to develop in a natural and delicious way. The end result is a juicy and tender meat every time. Thaw the turkey if it is frozen. This could take a couple of days. If you need the turkey thawed within about eight hours then cold running tap water will do the trick. Be sure to wrap the turkey in a garbage bag so the water does not get into the turkey and dilute its flavor. Unwrap the bird, remove the giblets and cut off any loose skin around the edges. Start the smoker. Open all the vents and light the fire. The easiest way to do this is with a propane torch. But you can use kindling instead. Place the turkey into the barbecue pit. Start the smoke. The BBQ pit will do a fair amount of smoking
