Fried turkey Recipe

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Ingredients:

  • several whole onions peeled

Directions:

  1. INGREDIENTS
  2. /2 gallons; peanut oil for frying
  3. (10 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
  4. Tablespoon; salt, or to taste
  5. Tablespoon; ground black pepper, or to taste
  6. Serving Size: 12
  7. Prep. Time: 10 min
  8. Cook Time: 35 min
  9. METHOD:
  10. Heat oil in a large stockpot or turkey fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Ensure that the turkey is completely thawed. Cut any extra skin away from the neck area and make sure neck hole is at least an inch in diameter. Pat the bird completely dry with paper towels, then rub liberally with salt and pepper on both the outside and the inside. Place onions inside turkey . Place the turkey into a drain basket, neck-side first.
  12. Working slowly and carefully, gently lower the basket into the hot oil to completely cover the turkey. Maintain the temperature of the oil at 350°F (175°C), and cook turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound, about 35 minutes.
  13. Carefully remove basket from oil, and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; the internal temperature must be 180°F (80°C).
  14. Once the turkey is done, remove from the oil, and allow to rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  15. TIPS:
  16. Make sure the fryer is located outdoors in a safe area, preferably on dirt or pavement, and far away from buildings, wooden decks, or other objects. Keep a fire extinguisher handy, just in case.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 7052.82 Kcal (29529 kJ)
Calories from fat 2701.08 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 300.12g 462%
Cholesterol 3601.44mg 1200%
Sodium 5602.24mg 233%
Potassium 11204.48mg 238%
Protein 1100.44g 2201%
Iron 50mg 278%
Calcium 550.2mg 55%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 141 Kcal (590 kJ)
Calories from fat 54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 462%
Cholesterol 72mg 1200%
Sodium 112mg 233%
Potassium 224mg 238%
Protein 22g 2201%
Iron 1mg 278%
Calcium 11mg 55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 166.1
    Points
  • 178
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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