Succulent Deep Fried Turkey

Succulent Deep Fried Turkey

Seasoned with spicy Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper, this deep-fried turkey takes the holiday dinner's starring role to new heights.

Preparation Time
9 hr
Cooking Time
45 mins
Total Time
9 hr 45 mins
Calories
2309 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Pat turkey dry with paper towels; coat completely with no-stick cooking spray. Combine rub ingredients in small bowl; rub over turkey.
Step 2
Combine spice injection mixture ingredients in small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted. Let cool to barely warm. Inject the mixture with spice injector into several spots on both sides of the turkey breast and thighs, making sure not to inject too much into any one spot. Cover and chill overnight.
Step 3
Fry according to fryer manufacturer's directions using peanut oil. Reference package for additional information.
Succulent Deep Fried Turkey

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
  • 1 (10 pound) turkey, completely thawed
  • Several dashes hot pepper sauce
  • 2 gallons Crisco® Pure Peanut Oil

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