Questions on using Kosmo's Turkey Brine Kit

[Mr Eegees]

Received the kit as a present and I have watched the video, my question is I have always put a compound butter under the skin before smoking. The video just shows putting the Dirty Bird rub on top of the skin. Would I be over doing things if I also put a good coat under directly on the meat? Thanks in advance

[mrteddyprincess]

Come on, people! Let's not leave this guy hanging.

I don't know anything about Kosmo's Turkey Brine Kit, but I don't see any harm in you doing what you want to do. The best way to settle this is for you to cook it both ways and invite me over to taste both versions.

Brian

[John Henry]

@Mr. E: Sure can't see any problem, except might suggest you use unsalted butter if possible. Happy Thanksgiving upcoming!

[randy.56]

That kit looks good, I don't think It will make any difference putting rub under the skin. As you cannot get it under much.

[bbq_esq]

Received the kit as a present and I have watched the video, my question is I have always put a compound butter under the skin before smoking. The video just shows putting the Dirty Bird rub on top of the skin. Would I be over doing things if I also put a good coat under directly on the meat? Thanks in advance

I think you'd be fine. Hard to overseason turkey in my experience.

[realdocBBQ]

I would agree, a big bird can take a lot of seasoning. I usually do chikkins both under and outside, though of course, not as heavily underneath because it's difficult to get seasoning under there. But definitely worth doing. You just have to be careful not going too heavy, as it can get gummy under there, especially powdered rubs with like paprika and chili powder, etc. Plain old S&P is fine, usually.