Steps:
- In a large bowl or jumbo resealable plastic bag, combine the buttermilk, 1 tablespoon each of the paprika, garlic powder and onion powder, 1 teaspoon of the cayenne, 1 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add the turkey drumsticks and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
- Preheat a tabletop deep-fryer or fill a large, wide pot with 3 inches of oil; heat the oil to 365 degrees F. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking pan with paper towels and place a wire rack on top.
- In a large paper grocery bag, combine the flour with the remaining 1 tablespoon paprika, garlic powder and onion powder and 1 teaspoon cayenne, as well as 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pat the turkey legs dry and add them to the bag. Fold the top of the bag to seal; shake vigorously to coat the turkey in the seasoned flour.
- Remove the turkey legs from the flour and shake off the excess. Fry the turkey in batches, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown, crispy and cooked through (an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat, avoiding bone, should register at least 165 degrees F), about 16 minutes. Transfer the fried turkey to the prepared baking pan and keep warm in the oven while frying the remaining drumsticks. Return the oil to 365 degrees F between batches.
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Sumi Chowdhury
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your usual turkey dinner. The turkey legs are fried until they are golden brown and then served with a variety of dipping sauces.
Zain Kindred
[email protected]I've tried other fried turkey leg recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The turkey legs are always cooked perfectly.
Christopher Awachie
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the crispy turkey legs.
Rukundo Great Junior
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. The turkey legs are fried until they are crispy and then tossed in a sweet and savory sauce.
Kenns Walker ug
[email protected]I love this recipe! The turkey legs are always so moist and flavorful. I usually serve them with mashed potatoes and green beans.
LIMON99 YT
[email protected]This was my first time frying turkey legs and they turned out perfect! I used a cast iron skillet and the skin was crispy and golden brown.
yahya shahnawaz
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. The turkey legs are always juicy and flavorful.
JAYBEEN WAKA NINGI TV
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey legs were so moist and tender, and the skin was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
God Know
[email protected]So easy to make and so flavorful. The turkey legs were cooked to perfection.
daniel obeng
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the turkey legs turned out amazing! Will definitely be making this again.
Melanie Navarro
[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The turkey legs were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The seasoning was perfect. Definitely a new favorite recipe.