There has been a lot of talk recently about the possibility of using a turkey deep fryer in order to take care of a huge bird for gatherings. If you have never tried this before, you’re really in for a treat as it provides you a moist bird that is crispy on the outside. If you use the right turkey rub recipes and the right form of equipment, the job can be done very speedily and it will be one of the most popular dishes that is on the table.
The general guidelines for how to deep fry a turkey state that it takes approximately three minutes per pound in order for the turkey to be finished properly. It is important, however, that you fully heat the oil in advance of putting the turkey into the Fryer and that you check the temperature of the turkey after taking it out in order to make sure that it is finished properly.
It depends on the size of your turkey deep fryer, you will also want to generally keep the bird at under 15 pounds in order for it to be consummated properly.
The form of turkey deep fryer that you use, really depends on what kind of options you are looking for. For those that enjoy the convenience of having everything provided for them, we would recommend the Bayou Classic 3016 30-Quart Outdoor Turkey Fryer with Basket and Fry Pot. It’s the perfect turkey deep fryer and can have you up and cooking within a very short period of time.
Whether it’s your first attempt or you’ve been frying turkey for years, never forget the potential for harm when handling with such a big volume of hot oil. Be trusted to keep children and pets away, never ever leave it neglected and always fry your turkey away in a clear area.