Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

Cookinero 10 November 2022

In order to cook a turkey drumstick on the grill, it must be well-fried. But how to cook an 8 cm thick drumstick without overcooking it?! I found an excellent way out of this problem in the traditional cooking of North American Indians - a grill board, a hardwood board soaked in water (beer or wine) for 2-10 hours beforehand. Thanks to the evaporated moisture, the food remains very juicy during baking, and then smoldering, the board saturates the food with smoke, while preventing it from burning and evenly distributing the heat from the coals.

How to cook Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

Step 1

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

Immerse the grill boards for 1-12 hours in water so that they are completely under water. Rinse the drumstick and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

Make deep punctures in the turkey with the tip of a knife and stuff with garlic cloves. If the cloves are large, they can be cut. Rub the drumstick with spices and salt and coat with a mixture of 1 tbsp. l. honey and 1 tbsp. l. oils. Wrap with cling film and leave to marinate in a cool place for 3-4 hours.

Step 3

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

Heat the coals of the grill to medium-high heat. To prevent excessive bending of the boards during cooking, place the grill board face down on the grill grate for 3-5 minutes until smoke comes out of the board. While the grill board is drying, place the drumstick on the tail of the grill next to the board and fry the turkey on both sides until brown, about 3 minutes each. from each side.

Step 4

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

After the grill board has dried on the front side, turn it over and put the grilled drumstick on top and bake for an hour, watching the heat of the coals, preventing the grill board from igniting with a spray of water or a bottle with a hole in the cap (the board should smolder, and do not burn!).

Step 5

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

For glaze, mix 1 tbsp. l. honey and 1 tbsp. l. oil, brush the turkey drumstick every 15-20 minutes.

Step 6

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze

After 60 min. make 2 deep incisions in the thick part of the lower leg. Change the board (1 grill board (15 mm thick) smolders until it burns out about 60-80 minutes) and leave to bake for another 60-70 minutes, not forgetting to monitor the heat of the coals and prevent the board from catching fire.

Grilled turkey drumstick with honey glaze - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute chicken drumsticks for turkey. Adjust cooking times as chicken generally cooks faster than turkey.
Cooked turkey drumsticks can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container.
Yes, you can omit the honey or use a sugar-free substitute like erythritol or stevia for a low-carb option.
If you don't have a grill board, you can use a regular grill grate or even bake the drumsticks in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for similar results.
Basting the drumsticks with the honey-oil glaze every 15-20 minutes helps keep them moist. Also, avoid overcooking.
Yes, cooked turkey drumsticks can be frozen for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Grilled vegetables, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad make great side dishes for this recipe.
Simply reduce the number of drumsticks and adjust the glaze ingredients proportionally. The cooking time may be slightly shorter.
Yes, olive oil works well in the glaze and adds a richer flavor. You can also use melted butter for a different taste.
Reheat in the oven at 325°F (165°C) for 10-15 minutes, covered with foil, or microwave on low power with a splash of water to retain moisture.

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