I made a turkey yesterday and followed your instructions and it was DELICIOUS, thank you for the helpful hints. I had never cooked a turkey on the grill before but it came out perfect. My 11.50 pound turkey took 2 hours to cook and I let it rest for quite a while before we cut into it and it was still nice and warm. Thank you so much!!
Why are so many people negative? Thanks for the video bud! I would change how I do some things but definitely a great video and it looks like you had fun doing it!
Thanks for this video Jimmy! I just tried it on my new Weber performance grill and mostly followed what you did. Having never smoked (or even just cooked) a turkey on my own, this seemed intimidating, but it was actually pretty easy to do. And, everyone loved the turkey!
I followed Jimmy D's instructions last Thanks Giving, and my "Bud Lite Lime Turkey" came out perfect. Thanks Brother!!! I put 2 Bottles of Bud Lite Lime and 1 Bottle of Water in my Drip Tray under the Bird with some seasonings.
Yes it did. I put 2 bottles of "Bud Lite Lime", and one bottle of water in my Drip Tray. Then I threw in some Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Sea Salt, Paprika, and Black Pepper into the Drip Tray & stirred it. Makes an Awesome Stock when the Turkeys done!!!
Where did you get the bottom grate for the charcoal? I have the default one and I can't use any lump charcoal because the small ones just fall through it.
You seem to know your BBQs. I've read that adding unlit charcoal is bad because of some by-products from the initial burn .. was told to get them lit first (like in a chimney) and only add them once they're going. What do you think?
Who's here in 2020? This is our third year in a row using Jimmy D's method of bbq'ing turkey on the Weber Kettle -- which comes out incredibly delicious. Happy Thanksgiving, ya'll !
Seattle, here! 2020 let’s do this. First time using Jimmy D’s method.... I have confidence this will work beautifully because I watched this video. Thanks Jimmy D! Happy Turkey Day.
Great video thanks for sharing .. I'm in Texas n 3 weeks away from thanksgiving.. on the apple sauce n juice mix did you use any other spices? If so what did you use? Again awesome video .. ooo one more thing "How bout them COWBOYS!!" 😂😂👊💪👍
ok, I'm convinced - well, didn't take much - I'm smoking the turkey my son brought home (from work) - 22#. I watched the video (without sound), because I was watching several (while doing something else) so I could choose the one I was going to follow. Definitely this one! I don't have a Weber, but it's comparable.. I can't wait ! Thanks for the great video....
Anyone that disliked this video did so because they are not Patriots fans. Your instructions and commentary are helpful. Go Rams (2018)! Don't have to be a Pats fan to like this video. Thank you and happy Thanksgiving.
Hi Steve, Yeah people definitely hate because of my team. The Rams look really good. I am wondering if there will be another superbowl with the Rams/Patriots in the near future. Happy Thanksgiving!
Jimmy, what is the desired temperature you were aiming at for the grill? If that is a 22" grill then I cannot use my fire-bricks. Good Job on the bird Jim.
Hi I have question, in the video you said you used "mod" to keep the smaller pieces from falling through the charcoal starter and on the grill, what exactly is that? I've look through the home improvement stores and can't find anything like that.
Very nice! I'm thinking of doing a turkey this way for Xmas this year. It's UK weather, though, so it'll be colder than what you had I'm betting, will that make a major difference? I'll also e going with briquettes, will they burn cooler, therefore needing more briquettes and more frequent topups?
I used your technique 5 years ago and now my family won't have it any other way! this year I'll post a vid of how to make the greatest gravy on the planet. 8 thanksgivings and counting,... awesome.
Because moisture comes from the INSIDE of the bird, while it's COOKING and NOT the outside. What, you think every time it rains, YOU are going to become "moist" from the inside just because "moisture" is hitting you from the OUTSIDE?
jim , looks like a great way to cook a turkey ,I am waiting to get my weber 26.75 kettel ,going to order it this week , should have plenty of room on it, cant wait.
Jimmy D, congrats on your Pats beating my Chargers. There's still a chance they'll face the Rams in the SB but I think they will face the Saints. I will be rooting for the Pats. By the way, I'm smoking a turkey today. We took advantage of post holiday turkey sales. Best regards and go Pats!
Im a control freak, I have to have EXACTLY 50 briquettes on my grill. Every hour I add 5 to each side, vents wide open. I use pam, butter, and italian seasoning for flavor. So far no complaints in 8 years.
What's the diameter measurement on that Weber grill? A 26" or 28"?? Cuz I have an 11lb. Turkey and I wonder what Weber grill it would fit in. Please let me know, thank you.
Why not start with water or stock in the pan to begin with? Seems to me that would help add moisture to the bird, which is so very desirable when cooking turkey, a notoriously dry bird.
John Houston That theory has been debunked because what happens is the drippings form a layer of fat on top of the water which prevents it from evaporating
The moisture comes from the INSIDE of a bird , NOT the outside. The only reason that turkey gets a rep as a "dry bird" is that cuckoos like YOU don't know HOW to cook a turkey, in the FIRST PLACE! If YOUR turkey is always "Dry" then it's YOUR fault! LEARN HOW TO COOK!
Weber and everything about it SUCKS! Try a REAL grill/smoker, for once in a row. facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2142918362402334&set=pob.100000525722532&type=3&theater
@jeepingneatus You don't really neeed them... I usually just place a drip pan in between the coals and that acts as a separator itself. Otherwise you can find the weber separators at home depot... but you'll pay a lot more than a drip pan for them!
Nice Job Jimmy D! I just picked up the Gold Kettle for Labor Day festivities. My ribs came out perfect!!! I had been using a gas grill for the last 10 years but I never did get that smokey flavor. For Thanksgiving we have the whole family over at our house, 40 people! What was the actual cooking time of your turkey?
Basting almost every half hour helps greatly. Using the foil the first 15 minutes to 30, should also cut the cooking time dramatically. Will try it...:)
We’ve been doing our turkey like this for 20 plus years and it’s perfect every time! Forget oven turkey they are too dry and not nearly as tasty as the Webber does.
Gol' Dang! Great video! I could almost smell that bird! Sort of figured you were somewhere in Canada because of the French text on the charcoal bag, but whatever. Way to go.
@@ataitague1 No Bribes here LOL. I have brined turkeys as well as injected them. Most of the turkeys at the grocery store are already brined, so then i would inject them for extra moisture and flavor. For fresh turkeys we make a brine and put them in a 5 gallon bucket. We like the crispy skin so brining is a must.
Great bird....but just like soaking wood chips, mopping the skin of any bird does NOTHING as skin is waterproof and stuff rolls right off adding zero. Next time try spritzing with a spray bottle. The liquid comes out in a heavy mist and adheres better and more evenly without the water molecules gathering up and getting too heavy to stay on. It truly works better....btw is that a 22.5" or a 26"? rock on Jimmy D!
Dude REALLY! Whether MOPPING or SPRITZING, "Basting" doesn't do a DAMN for the Turkey Meat! Not in the LEAST! And what does "soaking wood chips" have to do with a moist bird? YOU, Robert, are a fucking IDIOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@a.barnard3205 Dude, untangle your panties and chill. No need to give yourself an aneurism. Maybe a larger tampon would work if you're period is that bad.
Y do I typically c men using the grill? I'm a woman and I like 2 grill with my dad sometimes. But never done a turkey & probably never will. But it looks like a nice fire 2 warm up while ur cooking the bird when it's chilly outside. Right?
We use this video every year. Great video. Happy Thanksgiving.
Keith, I'm so happy to hear. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Forget the aluminum foil, you should've thrown that Patriots sweater over that turkey from the start...
HITTINGBOMBS19 so salty you could have brined that bird
I've watched this every year for three years now hahaaa.
I’m new just came across this channel because this is what I’m do for the turkey this year 2019 great video very detailed.
Massachusetts public school math, “It’s 3 o’clock, we put it in about 1, so that’s 3 hours…” 🤣🤣🤣
I like your collection of Webers. It reminds me of my patio.
Back in 2021 -- Best Method Ever ! Thanks Jimmy! Happy Thanksgiving y'all !
I made a turkey yesterday and followed your instructions and it was DELICIOUS, thank you for the helpful hints. I had never cooked a turkey on the grill before but it came out perfect. My 11.50 pound turkey took 2 hours to cook and I let it rest for quite a while before we cut into it and it was still nice and warm. Thank you so much!!
Love your vlog I watched it a few years back and it came up in my feed again today. Happy cooking
Why are so many people negative? Thanks for the video bud! I would change how I do some things but definitely a great video and it looks like you had fun doing it!
Almost that time of year again Jimmy D!!!!! This videos like watching a Christmas story or it's a beautiful life on Christmas owowowowoww
Thanks for this video Jimmy! I just tried it on my new Weber performance grill and mostly followed what you did. Having never smoked (or even just cooked) a turkey on my own, this seemed intimidating, but it was actually pretty easy to do. And, everyone loved the turkey!
Wow Rancho Murieta! My parents lived there for 23 years. Beautiful country! I'll have to try this.
Your turkey looks great! What temp was your weber running at?
this video never gets old I mean how often do you get to watch Leo DiCaprio smoke a turkey
His acting was subpar. Kept waiting him to pop ludes.
Happy Thanksgiving Jimmy from the land down under we loved your video Katie & Craig
Just so you know, I’ve watched this video every year before Thanksgiving just for inspiration. Great work!!!
Awesome! Thank you!
I followed Jimmy D's instructions last Thanks Giving, and my "Bud Lite Lime Turkey" came out perfect. Thanks Brother!!! I put 2 Bottles of Bud Lite Lime and 1 Bottle of Water in my Drip Tray under the Bird with some seasonings.
Thanks for the feedback Joseph. I'm glad that it helped. Did the bud lite Lime add any flavor?
Yes it did. I put 2 bottles of "Bud Lite Lime", and one bottle of water in my Drip Tray. Then I threw in some Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Sea Salt, Paprika, and Black Pepper into the Drip Tray & stirred it. Makes an Awesome Stock when the Turkeys done!!!
Where did you get the bottom grate for the charcoal? I have the default one and I can't use any lump charcoal because the small ones just fall through it.
Thx u 4 showing us your bbq skills on the turkey. I c u hv various grills - anyway ur techniques will b used. Happy Thxsgv'n!
Love the mop... thanks for the post - love smoked turkey
Thanks for the reply Jimmy D
You seem to know your BBQs. I've read that adding unlit charcoal is bad because of some by-products from the initial burn .. was told to get them lit first (like in a chimney) and only add them once they're going. What do you think?
What was the temp of the bbq, what were the spices used, and what was the finishing temp of the bird??? Critical data missing...
Very Nice! Did ya'll use the drippings for the gravy?
Who's here in 2020? This is our third year in a row using Jimmy D's method of bbq'ing turkey on the Weber Kettle -- which comes out incredibly delicious. Happy Thanksgiving, ya'll !
Seattle, here! 2020 let’s do this. First time using Jimmy D’s method.... I have confidence this will work beautifully because I watched this video. Thanks Jimmy D! Happy Turkey Day.
@@DL-ih2eg Yay !!!!
This really is the best smoking video, I have used this one for 3 years it is perfect.
Thank You!
Great video thanks for sharing .. I'm in Texas n 3 weeks away from thanksgiving.. on the apple sauce n juice mix did you use any other spices? If so what did you use? Again awesome video .. ooo one more thing "How bout them COWBOYS!!" 😂😂👊💪👍
Going to use some of your ideas for my turkey this year. Hope it turns out like yours did. Love that applesauce mix to keep it moist. Thanks.
"Applesauce Mix" has NOTHING to do with "Moist".
You kids have a LOT to learn about cooking!
ok, I'm convinced - well, didn't take much - I'm smoking the turkey my son brought home (from work) - 22#. I watched the video (without sound), because I was watching several (while doing something else) so I could choose the one I was going to follow. Definitely this one! I don't have a Weber, but it's comparable.. I can't wait ! Thanks for the great video....
Have you grilled any turkeys since? What do you think went wrong with this one?
It looks like you have a weber smoker. Why did you choose to use the kettle over the smoker?
Anyone that disliked this video did so because they are not Patriots fans. Your instructions and commentary are helpful. Go Rams (2018)! Don't have to be a Pats fan to like this video. Thank you and happy Thanksgiving.
Hi Steve, Yeah people definitely hate because of my team. The Rams look really good. I am wondering if there will be another superbowl with the Rams/Patriots in the near future. Happy Thanksgiving!
Jimmy, what is the desired temperature you were aiming at for the grill? If that is a 22" grill then I cannot use my fire-bricks. Good Job on the bird Jim.
Hi I have question, in the video you said you used "mod" to keep the smaller pieces from falling through the charcoal starter and on the grill, what exactly is that? I've look through the home improvement stores and can't find anything like that.
He used hardware cloth aka chicken wire on the bottom of his chimney starter also along the bottom of his charcoal grate.
Very nice! I'm thinking of doing a turkey this way for Xmas this year. It's UK weather, though, so it'll be colder than what you had I'm betting, will that make a major difference? I'll also e going with briquettes, will they burn cooler, therefore needing more briquettes and more frequent topups?
Looks so good makes me hungry and dang you grilled it so fast faster than in a regular oven too !!
I used your technique 5 years ago and now my family won't have it any other way! this year I'll post a vid of how to make the greatest gravy on the planet. 8 thanksgivings and counting,... awesome.
Hi Vince, Thanks for the feedback. I would love to see you gravy video. My wife usually does the gravy part.
Thanks!
how long did it take U to cook it ? I missed that..
Thanks for upload and for your work
Awesome video like you are a Patriot Fan too. Thank you!
Why didn't you put some kind of liquid into the pan for the moisture right at the beginning?
Because moisture comes from the INSIDE of the bird, while it's COOKING and NOT the outside.
What, you think every time it rains, YOU are going to become "moist" from the inside just because "moisture" is hitting you from the OUTSIDE?
@@a.barnard3205 Adding some water in the pan at the beginning keeps the kettle humid and helps moderate the heat.
And water in the beginning helps keep the skin from burning and needing foil also
What made you use the kettle over the WSM you have in the background for the Turkey?
Excellent video!
This is so cozy and fun !! Hey are you going to smoke a turkey this thanksgiving if you do please record and put it on here thanks paul !!
your description "cozy" is spot on !!! :)
Thanks
I was going to get an ugly drum if i sell my weber smokey mountain. I just got a Grill Dome Ceramic, so that has been getting all the love lately.
jim , looks like a great way to cook a turkey ,I am waiting to get my weber 26.75 kettel ,going to order it this week , should have plenty of room on it, cant wait.
Go Pats!
did u use a thermometer 2 c if the temp was where it should b when u said "its done"?
Jimmy D, congrats on your Pats beating my Chargers. There's still a chance they'll face the Rams in the SB but I think they will face the Saints. I will be rooting for the Pats. By the way, I'm smoking a turkey today. We took advantage of post holiday turkey sales. Best regards and go Pats!
HOW LONG DID IT TAKE
Im a control freak, I have to have EXACTLY 50 briquettes on my grill. Every hour I add 5 to each side, vents wide open. I use pam, butter, and italian seasoning for flavor. So far no complaints in 8 years.
Is it the same process if u cook it solely w/ charcoal?
are the vents open or closed throughout ? (top & bottom)
What's the diameter measurement on that Weber grill? A 26" or 28"?? Cuz I have an 11lb. Turkey and I wonder what Weber grill it would fit in. Please let me know, thank you.
21 inch Weber kettle.
Why not start with water or stock in the pan to begin with? Seems to me that would help add moisture to the bird, which is so very desirable when cooking turkey, a notoriously dry bird.
John Houston That theory has been debunked because what happens is the drippings form a layer of fat on top of the water which prevents it from evaporating
what about that slow n sear attachment? Maybe fill the water part with broth.
That's right... water inside of the kettle but not directly under the bird/roast. That is how you get moisture into it.
John Houston I agree and he should brasie along the way not last minute
The moisture comes from the INSIDE of a bird , NOT the outside.
The only reason that turkey gets a rep as a "dry bird" is that cuckoos like YOU don't know HOW to cook a turkey, in the FIRST PLACE!
If YOUR turkey is always "Dry" then it's YOUR fault!
LEARN HOW TO COOK!
Good Job Rob! I hope to see more videos from you!
Gonna try this this Thanksgiving. Where do I buy the coal separators
My husband found ours at ACE hardware and the kettle extension ring to raise the lid online it was about $50.00 but worth it for larger turkeys.
nice vid, I like to put about a quart of water in the drip tray to start off with.
I have tried that and it is probably the best way to not have everything dry up.
would you cover it with foil from the beginning also? See some people saying this and I want to try this out.
Major Nuts Covering it with foil from the beginning would prevent the smoke from penetrating the meat and you won't have the smokey flavor
Wrong.
What was that liquid that he did serve on aluminum plate?
Great video, love cooking on my weber. Will try a turkey thia holiday season.
Weber and everything about it SUCKS!
Try a REAL grill/smoker, for once in a row.
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GO PATS!!!
@jeepingneatus
You don't really neeed them... I usually just place a drip pan in between the coals and that acts as a separator itself. Otherwise you can find the weber separators at home depot... but you'll pay a lot more than a drip pan for them!
Nice Job Jimmy D! I just picked up the Gold Kettle for Labor Day festivities. My ribs came out perfect!!! I had been using a gas grill for the last 10 years but I never did get that smokey flavor. For Thanksgiving we have the whole family over at our house, 40 people! What was the actual cooking time of your turkey?
What exactly is the material you have for the chimney and kettle I have been looking for something like that
metal lathe aka stucco netting
Gonna try this on Thursday
Remember the Griswold family's Thanksgiving turkey in Christmas Vacation.......
Basting almost every half hour helps greatly. Using the foil the first 15 minutes to 30, should also cut the cooking time dramatically. Will try it...:)
hell yeah dude looks awesome
THAT LOOKS AWSOME!!!!
Cooking my first Turkey on the grill. Great video. What temperature should you be at?
250-275 try not to get above 300 for too long
Vince Roady thanks, it turned out great!
I just love a grilled turkey!
How many hours did this take to cook?
What temp are you using?
That's how it's done right there.
Nothing like some dry, burnt turkey🤣🤣🤣🤣 don't give up keep at it you'll get it
looks like the rub caused skin to burn? or is it just the video making it look like it is?
Great video, definitely my go to video!
We’ve been doing our turkey like this for 20 plus years and it’s perfect every time! Forget oven turkey they are too dry and not nearly as tasty as the Webber does.
Gol' Dang! Great video! I could almost smell that bird! Sort of figured you were somewhere in Canada because of the French text on the charcoal bag, but whatever. Way to go.
Great video!
Good job Jimmy
No temperature and not telling how long to cook wow!
by the way, its not burnt, but he should be added the moisture little early..
Good job Jimmy! Gonna give this a try for xmas. =)
"we put it in at ten to 1, its now 3 o'clock, so it took 3 hours"
2 hours and ten minutes....?
I like what you've done there.
got heat on two sides, noneed to rotate lower your heat,lower your heat, slow down cook time but good vid though
Try using some water in the pan it will keep your turkey most!
Did you bribe the turkey first?
Did you BRINE the turkey first? Don’t really want to know if you bribe the turkey lol
@@ataitague1 No Bribes here LOL. I have brined turkeys as well as injected them. Most of the turkeys at the grocery store are already brined, so then i would inject them for extra moisture and flavor. For fresh turkeys we make a brine and put them in a 5 gallon bucket. We like the crispy skin so brining is a must.
good job jimmy
Great bird....but just like soaking wood chips, mopping the skin of any bird does NOTHING as skin is waterproof and stuff rolls right off adding zero. Next time try spritzing with a spray bottle. The liquid comes out in a heavy mist and adheres better and more evenly without the water molecules gathering up and getting too heavy to stay on. It truly works better....btw is that a 22.5" or a 26"? rock on Jimmy D!
Dude REALLY!
Whether MOPPING or SPRITZING, "Basting" doesn't do a DAMN for the Turkey Meat! Not in the LEAST!
And what does "soaking wood chips" have to do with a moist bird?
YOU, Robert, are a fucking IDIOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@a.barnard3205
Dude, untangle your panties and chill. No need to give yourself an aneurism. Maybe a larger tampon would work if you're period is that bad.
@@Poppa99 *Fuck off boy!
The sum total of what YOU know about cooking, can be fit in a gnats bathtub, with enough room left for an elephant.....
damn i wish i had greenery in the background during thnx giving, but no!. its freakin cold as hell and snowing. buyah!
Great video by the way...
Well done fellas!
what size turkey that was and how long it took to cook
ICE COLD!!! You just didn't pay attention did you?
Y do I typically c men using the grill? I'm a woman and I like 2 grill with my dad sometimes. But never done a turkey & probably never will. But it looks like a nice fire 2 warm up while ur cooking the bird when it's chilly outside. Right?
These ones?
Man I want to try this but it's July 22nd no special event lol
have to make up one lol. Like i did lol.