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Three Great And Simple Fried Turkey Recipes For A Tasty Twist This Thanksgiving
Millions of Americans will be cooking turkey in the next few weeks as my favourite holiday of the year rolls around... Thanksgiving. While many 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, like 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're a fan of crispy turkey skin, then you'll 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're some turkey fryer recipes that will make sure to wow you and your family this Thanksgiving:
Super Easy Fried Turkey Recipe
If you like 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 fill line in your turkey fryer, but for most fryers it will be around 3 1/2 gallons)
1-10 lb turkey (12 lbs max)
One tablespoon salt
One tablespoon ground black pepper
Louisiana Style Deep Fried Turkey Recipe
I love spicy foods, so this Creole seasoned fried turkey recipe is among my favorites.
Ingredients:
Peanut oil for frying (see directions for your turkey fryer for exact amount, but approximate amount will be three gallons)
1-10 to 12 lb 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 full 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
That's a more sophisticated 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 & 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 hollow space of the bird with rosemary, garlic cloves and the ginger. Marinate for half-an-hour in the fridge.
Remove the herbs and garlic from the turkey and discard. Follow the typical turkey frying directions below. Enjoy!
Standard Turkey Frying Directions:
* Heat oil to 350 degrees F. Make sure the fryer is placed outdoors in a secure 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 minimum 1 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. Ensure that the hot oil completely covers the turkey.
* Cook for 3 1/2 - 4 minutes per lb. For a 10 lb turkey, it should take roughly 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.
* Let 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 a few of our other articles. Have an excellent and secure Thanksgiving!
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