How to Deep Fry a Turkey

Frying a turkey is actually very easy and fun, it also adds something new to the holidays. If you've never had deep fried turkey, you are missing out. The fist thing you need to do is get a turkey fryer, you can get them at any major outdoors store or something like that.

First you need to clear an area outside where you won't mind a few oil spots because it will pop a little and oil will make its way out of the fryer. You can either put the turkey in as is or you can season the way you want. Another favorite of mine is to inject it with seasonings. You can get injector kits at the same place that sells the fryer. Injecting the turkey will really bring out great flavors and creates mouthwatering experience.

You need to fill the pot with vegetable or peanut oil and heat to approximately 350 degrees. If you use a filter, you can let the oil cool when you're finished and save it for frying yet another turkey. If you didn't get a thermometer with your fryer you will need to get one. Keeping the temperature under control is very important. When the oil is heated lower the turkey in very slowly, be very careful not to let the oil spill over as it is very hot and can cause very serious injuries. The turkey should cook for 3-4 minuets per pound.

When the turkey is done pull it out with the turkey hook that came with the fryer, you want to let the turkey dangle over the pot for a minute so the oil drips off into the pot. Carve the turkey and get ready to enjoy meat that's moist and tender inside, and crispy on the outside. Once you have had a deep fried turkey you will not want to go back to the traditional way.

Never leave the pot unattended and never let children or pets get around while it is hot. the oil does spatter and be extra careful when the turkey is going into the pot. Accidents can happen but if there is no-one around to get hurt the chances of bad accidents drops dramatically.

Once you get the hang of frying get creative with how you season the turkey, you will be surprised at how many different ways you can make a turkey taste with different seasonings.

Have fun and be careful, enjoy your turkey and have a fun holiday season.