Adobo Rubbed Thanksgiving Turkey

Submitted by sebastian antonio

"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: 6hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• 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.

Reviews

[rpgaymer]

I've been saving this recipe for a year and finally made it this Thanksgiving! It came out perfectly, and the rub was lovely. Marinating it really made the flavors absorb deep into the turkey. I stuffed the cavity with quartered onions, lime halves and garlic cloves, which boosted the flavor even more. I had an 18lb bird, and cooked it with a probe thermometer in a 350F oven for about 5 hours. It was covered in foil for most of the cooking time, and then uncovered during the last half hour. Served with a red mole instead of gravy. Thanks for posting this awesome recipe!