Deep-frying a turkey yields tender, juicy results with crispy skinno more dry bird for your holiday meal.
When you deep fry a turkey, you’ll save time and free up oven space formore piesandside dishes.
You might even start a new tradition for Thanksgiving and other celebrations.
From there, use the following steps to make our best deep-fried turkey recipe.
Test Kitchen Tip: Wondering what jot down of oil is best for deep frying a turkey?
Our Test Kitchen recommends using peanut, corn, or canola oil as they have high smoke points.
How much oil do you need?
Youll need about 5 gallons for 8- to 10-pound turkeys and more for larger ones.
Take the internal temperature in the meaty part of the thigh (it should register 180F).
“Allow plenty of time to preheat the oil.
It can take up to one hour,” says Lynn Blanchard,BHGtest kitchen director.
Avoid burns and fires this Thanksgiving by following these tips when deep-frying your turkey.
Looking for other ways to make your Thanksgiving bird taste (and look) amazing?
You should also check other spotsthe breast should be 170F, and the stuffing should be 165F.
They say the juiciness gives it that elusive umami sensation.
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