Chook Me!

can you BBQ a turkey like you do a beer can chicken?

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1. beer can sounds like a Jamacian saying bacon he he he
2. You can BBQ anything. Just be carefull it doesn't explode
3. Why not? just be sure to tie up them legs and wings so they don't burn off. Use a big can of beer? 24ouncer
4. yes you can you would use a larger can like a big tomato juice can emptied. the other thing you will have to do though is use indirect heat becuase the turkey will take so long to cook it would burn over direct heat. you acheive indirect heat by putting the charcoal on the outside edges of the grill so the center (where the turkey sits will not have charcoal under it. this will keep the turkey from burning. yuo will have to add charcoal to the already burnig charcoal as you go along only let the charcoal get burned down by half before adding more. you will also have to have a grill that will hold the turkey standing on end with the lid covering. becuase you will have inconsistant heat during this process it is best to use a turkey with a pop up timer in it. try to keep the lid closed as much as possible.
5. We use a large tomato juice can and it turns out perfect! For something a little fancy, try cornish game hens, and use the tiny 8oz tomato juice cans as a base. Your guests will love it, guaranteed!