3 Fantastic And Easy Fried Turkey Recipes For This Thanksgiving



Millions of Americans will be cooking turkey in the next couple of weeks as my favourite holiday of the year rolls around... Thanksgiving. While most will probably stick to the tried & tested roasted-in-the-oven recipes, some brave people will be trying new and creative 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 are a fan of crispy turkey skin, then you will love deep fried turkey. Or if you like dark meat, fried turkey legs & wings will become your new favourite Thanksgiving dish. Regardless of 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 Simple Fried Turkey Recipe

If you prefer a more conventional turkey, you will love the simplicity of this fried turkey recipe.

Ingredients 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 pound turkey (12 pounds max)

One tablespoon salt

One tablespoon ground black pepper

Louisiana Style Deep Fried Turkey Recipe

I love spicy foods, thus 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 3 gallons)

1-10 to 12 pound turkey, full

¼ cup Creole seasoning

1 white onion, full

Remove the neck and giblets from the turkey; rinse and pat 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 Standard Turkey Frying Directions below for instructions on how to cook the turkey.

Deep Fried Rosemary Turkey

This is a more elegant fried turkey recipe, magnificent if you are trying to impress the in-laws!

Ingredients:

1 (10-12 pound) 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 cavity of the bird with rosemary, garlic cloves and the ginger. Marinate for 30 minutes in the fridge.

Remove the herbs and garlic from the turkey and discard. Follow the usual turkey frying directions below. Enjoy!

Standard 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 at least one inch in diameter. Pat the turkey dry, then rub generously with salt and pepper on both the in and outside. Place the turkey neck-side first into the fry basket.

* Lower the basket into the hot oil, gently and slowly. Make sure the hot oil completely covers the turkey.

* Cook for 3 1/2 - 4 minutes per lb. For a 10 pound turkey, it should take approximately 35-40 mins to cook the bird.

* Remove the turkey from oil and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the 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 some of our other articles. Have a great and secure Thanksgiving!

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