Frying a Turkey: How Much Oil?
If you’re looking to whip up a flavorful, crispy, and juicy turkey using a deep fryer, you’ll need to know how to properly use it and how much oil you’ll need. Applying the right amount of oil will affect the juiciness, texture, and overall taste of the turkey, here’s what you need to do.
1.Prepare the Turkey
Before you start cooking, make sure you’re prepared. Check the deep fryer instructions for the proper thawing, preparation, and seasoning of your turkey for the best results.
2.Fill the Deep Fryer with Oil
- Measure the turkey – you’ll need enough oil to fill the fryer no more than halfway up the sides. For a relatively small 10-15lb turkey, you’ll need about 4-5 gallons of oil.
- Measure the oil carefully and slowly pour it into the deep fryer – fill it no more than halfway full.
3.Heat the Oil
Before you put your turkey in the oil, you need to make sure that it’s both at the right temperature and ready to go.
- Plug in the deep fryer and turn it on. Set the temperature at 375°F/190°C.
- Let the oil heat up for at least 15 minutes before adding the turkey.
4.Fry the Turkey
Once the oil is heated, gently lower the turkey into the oil. Fry it for 3 minutes per pound. You’ll also want to rotate the bird and ensure that it’s cooking evenly.
5.Drain and Enjoy!
Once your turkey is done frying, gently remove it from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to let the oil drip off. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your fried turkey!
