BRAZILIAN-SYLE TURKEY WITH HAM

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Grilled is a different and fun way to prepare whole turkey. My mom has served this main dish for special occasions, "Christmas in July" and weddings at her home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole turkey (12 pounds)
4-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups white vinegar
1 cup olive oil
4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
4 medium green peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 pounds smoked ham, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Remove giblets from turkey and discard. Place a turkey-size oven roasting bag inside a second roasting bag; add turkey. Place in a roasting pan. Combine the salt, pepper and garlic; rub over turkey. , In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, tomatoes, peppers and parsley. Pour over turkey and into cavity. Squeeze out as much air as possible from bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours, turning several times. , Drain and discard marinade. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. , Place turkey over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180°, tenting turkey with foil after about 1 hour. , Let stand for 20 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, warm the ham. Layer turkey and ham slices on a serving platter.

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