Deep Fryer: Deep Fried Turkey Advices and Tips

you want to learn how to deep fry a turkey that will amaze your family and friends? I have been doing our Thanksgiving bird like this for years and I promise you've never tasted anything like a whole turkey fried to perfection. If you've never Turkey tried to fry a few important things to keep in mind. That's why I wrote this article you fry turkey with instructions and tips to help your frying go smoothly.

First of all you need to get a turkey fryer. You can just use a large pot and something of yourself equipment, but will be much easier and safer to use a set designed specifically for deep frying turkey. They run around $ 39 to $ 79 and they're worth every penny. They come with a large pot, a sturdy metal stand, a thermometer, a recorder you call your propane tank, and a hook that you will use when the movement of birds in and out of oil. You should also have a pair of rubber gloves to protect you from splattering oil.

You will also need several gallons of cooking oil. Peanut oil works best, but its a bit expensive. If you can not afford to splurge canola oil will work as well.

To prepare your bird you need to wash it thoroughly inside and out. Make sure that no devices pop-up or anything else inside.

Next you need to measure the amount of oil you need to fry. Place the turkey in the pot and add water until the bird is completely covered. Remove the bird and then measure the amount of water in the pan. Now you know exactly how much oil you'll need!

Use paper towels to dry the turkey inside and out, then season it using any recipe dry rub you like. I do not recommend the use marinade for deep frying turkeys, because you want the bird to be dry when you lower it into the oil.

Make sure the inside of the pot is completely dry too, and then add the oil. Heating it to a temperature of minus 350 degrees. For security reasons, you must have everything set out. Never fry inside your house or garage. It is extremely dangerous.

Once the oil is hot enough its time to lower the bird into extra careful and go slowly so you do not spill oil or tip the pot. You may want to have a friend standing nearby in case you need help.

Now one of the most common questions is "How long to fry a turkey?" I never get tired of seeing the look on their faces when I tell them only 3 1 / 2 minutes per pound. It is not surprising that Turkey even if it takes hours to cook in the oven ready to eat in just 35-45 minutes, when fried?

When the time is off the burner and carefully remove the bird from the oil. Let it drain out and rest for about ten minutes and it will be ready for carving. Despite what you may think, it will be all greasy and oily. If you followed my instructions turkey frying your bird is juicy and delicious. You may never cook a turkey in the oven again!

MJ Collins loves to cook outdoors and can usually be found drinking a beer and standing on your grill.

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