Turkey Tasso

== Description ==
This is not something you will really want to make a sandwich from. It is used primarily in gumbo, red beans, stuffings and some pasta dishes. It has a very pronounced flavor. Basically, it can be used in place of smoked ham hocks or the like. I like it by itself, but then I've been accused of having no taste buds left in my mouth because of the hot food I love to consume.
== Ingredients ==
* 2 tbsp sugar
* 2 tbsp onion powder
* 2 tbsp ground black pepper
* 1 tbsp ground white pepper
* 1 tbsp ground cumin
* 2 tbsp liquid smoke
* 2 tbsp granulated garlic
* 2 tbsp ground red pepper
* 2 tbsp paprika
* 2 tsp salt
* 3 lbs skinned and boned turkey breast
== Directions ==
# In a small bowl, combine the sugar, garlic, onion powder, red, white, and black peppers, paprika, salt and cumin, mixing well.
# Place the turkey breast in a large glass bowl and sprinkle with 4 tbsp of the mixture, coating well.
# (store the remainder of the seasoning mix the a tight container for future use) sprinkle the turkey with the liquid smoke, rubbing the seasoning mix and liquid over the entire breast.
# Cover the bowl and marinate for two(2) days in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
# Light the fire in a charcoal water smoker, cover, and let the heat and smoke accumulate.
# When the smoker is ready, place the turkey breast on the wire rack and smoke for 7 hours.
# Add water as needed.
# Add a few mesquite chips every hour or so.
# When the tasso is done, remove and set aside until cool enough to handle.
# You will note it is very dry, almost like jerky. Don't worry, that's normal.
# Store it in freezer bags up to one month in the refrigerator or six months in the freezer.
Category:Low-calorie Recipes
Category:Turkey meat Recipes