Dry-Brined Turkey Drums

Ingredients

• 4 Turkey Drumsticks
• 2 1/4 tbsp smoked salt
• 2 1/4 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 orange, zested
• 1/4 bunch thyme, chopped
• 1/4 bunch rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp coriander
• 2 tsp fennel
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the smoked salt, sugar, orange zest, herbs, and spices.
2. Pat the turkey drums dry then apply the mixture all over.
3. Place the turkey on a wire rack (placed over a sheet tray) and let sit in the fridge overnight to dry-brine.
4. When ready to cook, wash off the dry-brine and bring the turkey to room temperature.
5. Roast in a pre-heated 350 degree oven (again on a wire rack on top of a sheet tray) for 50-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees.
6. Wrap the drumstick handle in parchment paper then enjoy!