Adobo Rubbed Thanksgiving Turkey

This is the way turkey is prepared in Puerto Rico, where it is seasoned the same way a pork shoulder is. It is called "pavochon", which translates literally as "turkeypork", due to its distinctive flavor. It is also served during the Holidays as an alternative to pork.

• Ready In: 6 hrs 30 mins
• Yields: 12 people

Ingredients

• 1 (12 -14 lb)  whole turkey

• per each pound of turkey

• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  peppercorn
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon white vinegar or 1⁄2 teaspoon lime juice

Directions

1. 1 Grind the peppercorns, mix all ingredients.
2. 2 Rub over turkey.
3. 3 Place on big container, covered or large freezer bag, place in the refrigerator, and marinate overnight.
4. 4 Pre heat oven to 400 degrees.
5. 5 Place turkey in the oven and cook at 400 degrees for the first half hour, then bring temperature down to 325 degrees, and cook 30 min for each pound.