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3 Magnificent But Simple Fried Turkey Recipes For This Thanksgiving Holiday
Millions of Americans will be cooking turkey in the next few weeks as my favourite holiday of the year rolls around... Thanksgiving. While most will probably stick to the tried and tested roasted-in-the-oven recipes, some brave people will be trying new and innovative ways to cook their holiday turkey, such as grilling, smoking or even deep frying turkey.
Deep fried turkey may sound a little strange if you have not tried it yet, but if you're a fan of crispy turkey skin, then you will love deep fried turkey. Or if you prefer dark meat, fried turkey legs & wings will become your new favourite Thanksgiving dish. No matter whether you're a fan of white or dark meat, here are some turkey fryer recipes that will be certain to wow you and your family this Thanksgiving:
Super Easy Fried Turkey Recipe
If you prefer a more traditional turkey, you will love the simplicity of this fried turkey recipe.
Elements for Super Simple Fried Turkey:
Peanut oil for frying (follow the fill line in your turkey fryer, but for most fryers it will be about 3 1/2 gallons)
1-10 lb turkey (12 pounds max)
1 tablespoon salt
One tablespoon ground black pepper
Louisiana Style Deep Fried Turkey Recipe
I like spicy foods, so this Creole seasoned fried turkey recipe is one of my favorites.
Ingredients:
Peanut oil for frying (see directions for your turkey fryer for exact amount, but approximate amount will be three gallons)
1-10 to 12 pound turkey, whole
¼ cup Creole seasoning
1 white onion, full
Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey; rinse and dry. Rub the turkey inside and out with the Creole seasoning. Place the turkey and the whole white onion in the fry basket. See the Normal Turkey Frying Directions below for instructions on how to cook the turkey.
Deep Fried Rosemary Turkey
That's a more elegant fried turkey recipe, wonderful if you are trying to impress the in-laws!
Ingredients:
1 (10-12 lb) whole turkey
1/2 cup minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
3 gallons peanut oil (or as needed)
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
12 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 cup chopped fresh ginger root
Directions:
Rub the turkey with the minced garlic, sale and pepper, on the in and outside. Fill the hollow space of the bird with rosemary, garlic cloves and the ginger. Marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Remove the herbs and garlic from the turkey and discard. Follow the usual turkey frying directions below. Enjoy!
Usual Turkey Frying Directions:
* Heat oil to 350 degrees F. Make sure the fryer is placed outdoors in a safe place (flat dirt or grassy surface away from the house, wooden decks or other flammable surfaces).
* Trim any extra skin away from the thawed turkey. The neck hole must be minimum one inch in diameter. Pat the turkey dry, then rub liberally with salt and pepper on both the in and outside. Place the turkey neck-side first into fry basket.
* Lower the basket into the hot oil, gently and slowly. Make sure the hot oil totally covers the turkey.
* Cook for 3 1/2 - 4 minutes per lb. For a 10 lb turkey, it should take approximately 35-40 minutes to cook the bird.
* Remove the turkey from oil and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of thigh to measure. Temperature should be 180 degrees F.
* Allow the turkey to rest for 15 minutes before carving.
I hope you enjoy these fried turkey recipes. For tips on how to deep fry a turkey and which turkey fryers we suggest, check out a few of our other articles. Have a great and safe Thanksgiving!
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