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How long does it take a turkey to cook in a deep fryer?
Place turkey into a drain basket, neck-side first. Working slowly and carefully, gently lower the basket into the hot oil to completely cover the 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 35 minutes.
Do you have to brine a turkey before deep frying?
You can brine your turkey first, but you don’t have to. A lot of people do, but it isn’t necessary for a successful Deep Fried Turkey. I have made this recipe plenty of times without brining first and they always come out delicious.
When should you inject a turkey before deep frying?
Traditionally, a fried turkey is injected with a marinade before it’s cooked; how long before cooking is a subject of debate. You can inject the turkey anywhere from 24 hours to 5 minutes before frying. We had good results injecting two hours before frying.
Is brining better than injecting?
While injecting adds more flavor to meat than brining, it isn’t quite as good at keeping the meat moist. You can inject a brine and let it sit overnight, but it’s not quite as effective as soaking the meat. Injecting can also be more work.
When should you inject a turkey before deep-frying?
What is the best oil to deep fry a turkey?
Peanut oil
Peanut oil is the best oil for deep frying turkey because its high flash point makes it less likely to catch on fire. The best oil for fried turkey should also be low in saturated fat because the turkey will absorb a small amount of oil as it cooks.
Should I brine and inject my turkey before frying?
Injecting works faster than brining. You can inject the bird immediately before cooking. Fats like melted butter, duck fat, or olive oil can be delivered deep into the breast meat, increasing its succulence.
How to deep fry a Turkey in a pan?
Just make sure you assemble and use my handy and safe turkey derrick. In order to determine the correct amount of oil, place the turkey into the pot that you will be frying it in, add water just until it barely covers the top of the turkey and is at least 4 to 5 inches below the top of the pot.
How do you cook a brined Turkey in a propane cooker?
Remove the turkey from the brine, rinse, and pat dry. Allow to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking. Place the oil into a 28- to 30-quart pot and set over high heat on an outside propane burner with a sturdy structure.
How much oil do you use to fry a Turkey?
*In order to determine the correct amount of oil, place the turkey into the pot that you will be frying it in, add water just until it barely covers the top of the turkey and is at least 4 to 5 inches below the top of the pot. This will be the amount of oil you use for frying the turkey.
What is the internal temperature of a fully cooked turkey?
The bird will reach an internal temperature of 161 degrees F due to carry over cooking. Carve as desired. *In order to determine the correct amount of oil, place the turkey into the pot that you will be frying it in, add water just until it barely covers the top of the turkey and is at least 4 to 5 inches below the top of the pot.