Deep-Fried Turkey with Berbere Spices Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Turkey with Berbere Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Canola oil, for deep frying; 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise; 2 rosemary sprigs; One 10- to 12-pound turkey, rinsed; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons celery salt; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

Canola oil, for deep frying
1 head of garlic, halved crosswise
2 rosemary sprigs
One 10- to 12-pound turkey, rinsed
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
In a turkey deep fryer, heat the oil with the garlic halves and rosemary to 350 following the manufacturer's instructions; discard the garlic and rosemary.
2
Put the turkey on a rack set over a rimmed baking sheet and thoroughly dry it inside and out with paper towels.
3
In a small bowl, mix all of the remaining seasonings.
4
Gently separate the turkey skin from the breast meat and rub some of the spice mix under the skin.
5
Rub the remaining spice mix all over the outside of the turkey.
6
Following the manufacturer's instructions, carefully lower the turkey into the hot oil.
7
Fry the turkey for about 3 1/2 minutes per pound, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast registers 160.
8
Carefully transfer the fried turkey to a clean rack set over a rimmed baking sheet and let rest for 1 hour.
9
Carve and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Canola oil, for deep frying, 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise, 2 rosemary sprigs, One 10- to 12-pound turkey, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Deep-Fried Turkey with Berbere Spices 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 with Berbere Spices

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