Wild Turkey Breast?

[w8n4rut]

I have 2 wild turkey breasts (skinned), and I was wondering the best way to smoke them (ex.wood flavor, time, temp.)? Also what can I do to keep the meat from drying out, since they have been skinned?

P.S. I think that the info. ya'll offer is priceless. Thanks to everyone for sharing your smoking wisdom!

[Wildcat]

I coat with olive oil, salt and pepper and smoke with maple, apple, or cherry.  Sometimes a lay some bacon strips over it.  Of course mine have been store bought birds vice wild.  Should be similiar though.

[Habanero Smoker]

w8n4rut;
Welcome to the forum.

Wild turkey breast is much leaner and tougher then commercial turkey, so I would definitely brine them first.

For some brine recipes, check out the recipe site.
http://www.susanminor.org/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=13

[winemakers]

I brined and apple smoked a jake this spring.......Didnt last long, thats for sure.

Had to fight the wife and kids for the cold leftovers too!

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[w8n4rut]

Thanks for all the great input. I will try soaking turkey in brine before smoking. Thanks again!