Is Spatchcocking a turkey better?

Why Should You Spatchcock a Turkey? Not only will spatchcocking turkey ensure plenty of crisp skin (since virtually all of it is out in the open), it makes it much easier to cook the white and dark meat evenly—meaning the breast will stay juicy. It cuts down on the total cooking time too, always a plus.

Why do you Spatchcok a turkey?

Why It Works Spatchcocking is a method of removing the turkey’s backbone to flatten its body prior to putting in the oven. This flatter shape ensures that the meat cooks more evenly and more quickly, allowing the legs to reach a safe temperature without overcooking the breast.

How big of a turkey can you spatchcock?

12-14 pounds
How to spatchcock a small turkey. Unless you have a large oven and a very large roasting pan or baking sheet, you will want to limit the size of your spatchcocked turkey to 12-14 pounds. The reason is when you spatchcock a turkey and spread it out, the turkey takes up a lot of real estate.

What is the best way to spatchcock a turkey?

All you’ve got to do is cut out the turkey’s back with a pair of solid poultry shears. Start by patting the turkey dry with paper towels, then place it breast-side down on the cutting board. Holding it firmly with one hand, make a cut along one side of the backbone, starting down near where the thighs meat the tail.

Will a butcher spatchcock a turkey?

Most butchers will spatchcock the bird for you. If he/she is not aware of the term, ask to have the backbone removed and the bird butterflied. And be sure to ask for the backbone (for the gravy)! Large turkeys (over 14 lbs) don’t do as well when spatchcocking.

Can I cut a Spatchcock turkey in half?

Though the presentation isn’t traditional, there are a few reasons we prefer to spatchcock turkey: It’s quick. Because the bird is flattened, the cooking time is cut almost in half. The bird cooks evenly.

Can I cut a turkey in half?

Roasting turkey halves in the oven is a truly great way to cook a turkey, especially for Thanksgiving. The turkeys cook evenly, the skins get golden brown and crisp, the halves are easy to carve, and the turkeys cook in about 2 hours.

What does spatchcock mean in English?

fowl
: a fowl split and grilled usually immediately after being killed and dressed.

Can I cut a turkey in half to cook it?

Will Whole Foods Spatchcock Turkey?

We can cut or debone poultry for you. If you want it spatchcocked, where the backbone is removed and chicken is flattened, we can do that. Just ask!

Will a butcher Spatchcock a turkey?