DEEP-FRIED TURKEY
This is an awesome Cajun recipe. Deep-frying makes the turkey crispy on the outside and super juicy on the inside (even the white meat). It also leaves the heat outside! You can deep-fry the turkey in either peanut or vegetable oil, your choice. We use a 26 quart aluminum pot with a drain basket.
Provided by Tim and Meredith
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Whole Turkey Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large stockpot or turkey fryer, heat oil to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Be sure to leave room for the turkey, or the oil will spill over. Layer a large platter with food-safe paper bags.
- Rinse turkey, and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. Rub Creole seasoning over turkey inside and out. Make sure the hole at the neck is open at least 2 inches so the oil can flow freely through the bird.
- Place the whole onion and turkey in drain basket. The turkey should be placed in basket neck end first. Slowly lower basket into hot oil to completely cover turkey. Maintain the temperature of the oil at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and cook turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound, about 45 minutes.
- Carefully remove basket from oil, and drain turkey. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; the internal temperature must be 180 degrees F (80 degrees C). Finish draining turkey on the prepared platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 228.5 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 68.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 571.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
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Ssuuna Leon
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The turkey was cooked perfectly and was so moist and tender.
Jana Ayman
[email protected]This is the best deep-fried turkey recipe I've ever tried. The turkey was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious.
Denis Giitwa
[email protected]I've always been intimidated by deep-frying a turkey, but this recipe made it so easy. The turkey turned out perfectly and was the star of our Thanksgiving dinner.
Suelene Engelbrecht
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves deep-fried turkey. The turkey was cooked to perfection and had the most amazing flavor.
Antonio Monteiro
[email protected]I was so impressed with this recipe. The turkey was cooked evenly and had the most delicious golden brown color.
Md Forman
[email protected]Wow! This deep-fried turkey was the best turkey I've ever had. It was so crispy and flavorful.
Fakhir Gamer
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of deep-fried turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so juicy and tender.
Matthew Bass
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I was hosting Thanksgiving dinner for the first time and was so nervous about cooking the turkey. This recipe made it so easy and the turkey turned out perfectly.
Angkasa Bulan
[email protected]I've tried other deep-fried turkey recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The turkey was so moist and flavorful.
Nkg Technical
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The turkey was cooked to perfection and had the most delicious flavor.
hi yo
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try deep-frying a turkey, but this recipe made it so easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the turkey turned out amazing.
Ryle
[email protected]This deep-fried turkey recipe was a game-changer for our Thanksgiving dinner. The turkey was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. Everyone raved about it!