Barbecued Whole Turkey

Prep and Cook

• 1
  Tie wings to body, tuck in or tie legs together securely with string.
• 2
  Season the inside of the turkey with salt and pepper.
• 3
  Stuff the turkey cavity with onion, celery, lemon, and fresh herbs.
• 4
  Place turkey breast side up in a large (BBQ-safe) roasting pan.
• 5
  Rub turkey with olive oil or butter and season with salt and pepper.
• 6
  Add ½ cup water to the bottom of the pan.
• 7
  Place pan on grills preheated to medium and close lid.
• 8
  After 20-30 minutes, lower heat to medium-low and tent turkey with foil to prevent over-browning.
• 9
  Baste turkey with drippings every 15-20 minutes.
• 10
  For barbecues with temperature settings, keep barbecue adjusted to 160-190ºC (325-375ºF).
• 11
  Add more water to pan if it dries out during cooking.
• 12
  3.5-4.5 kg (8-10 lbs): 1-2 hours
• 13
  4.5-5.5 kg (10-12 lbs): 1½ - 2½ hours
• 14
  5.5-7.0 kg (12-16 lbs): 2 - 2½ hours
• 15
  Remove the bird from pan and transfer to a cutting board.
• 16
  Tent with foil and let stand for 10 minutes before carving.
• 17
  Don't forget the cranberry sauce!