Deep Fried Turkey Recipe

Name: Deep Fried Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 1 turkey (12 to 15 lb.); 6 Tbsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. celery salt; 2 Tbsp. mustard; 2 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning; 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp. garlic powder; 1 Tbsp. onion powder; 1 Tbsp. lemon pepper; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 2 c. water

Servings: persons

1 turkey (12 to 15 lb.)
6 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. celery salt
2 Tbsp. mustard
2 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning
1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. onion powder
1 Tbsp. lemon pepper
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 c. water

1
Add everything but turkey to water and bring to a boil.
2
Boil about 5 minutes and let cool.
3
Strain through cheesecloth.
4
Inject liquid deep into turkey all over with a large needle and syringe. Rub paste from cheesecloth over turkey and store in plastic bag in refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.
5
In large 10 gallon pot, heat 5 gallons or 35 pounds oil over gas burner outside to 350u00b0.
6
Remove all plastic from turkey (pop up timer, plastic on legs).
7
Wire legs together with heavy wire.
8
Drop turkey into oil.
9
Turkey should float in about 30 to 40 minutes.
10
Check temperature in thigh with meat thermometer to 180u00b0.
11
Remove from oil; let drip over paper towels.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 turkey (12 to 15 lb.), 6 Tbsp. salt, 2 Tbsp. celery salt, 2 Tbsp. mustard, and more.

Yes, Deep Fried Turkey falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Deep Fried Turkey

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