frying a turkey

[niko]

good help everyone. i borrowed a fryer for this experiment and it doesnt have a thermometer. what type does it need? so... don't get hammered or put in a wet bird. i can't wait to taste this badboy. half the family is scared to death and expecting damage.

[luds]

I'm sure there are dozens of great ways to do it. I took the easy route last year and I couldn't imagine it tasting any better.

Just got the butterball kit at Home Depot. Creole marinaide injection and cajun seasoning rub. It was amazing. We destroyed it. Frying a second this year. Definitely go with Peanut Oil.

[Sea Dangles]

Just be careful if you brine the turkey because water makes the oil a dangerous proposition.I would recommend injection instead.LOVE fried turkey.

[Saltheart]

Originally Posted by niko

good help everyone. i borrowed a fryer for this experiment and it doesnt have a thermometer. what type does it need? so... don't get hammered or put in a wet bird. i can't wait to taste this badboy. half the family is scared to death and expecting damage.

You need a long thermometer that will read accurately in the 300 to 400 degree range. Don't let the tip of the thermometer touch the bottom of the kettle , if you do you will be way off on the oil temp.You will be doing the frying at 350 to 375 for most oils so that's where you need it accurate. Don't use a glass one. Get a metal one.

I think its pretty dangerous to try to do it without a thermometer.

[JamesJet]

The themometer you need will have a clip for the side of the pot. One other thing, after taking it out remember that the bird will have oil that is ripping hot inside and trapped in little crevices. Find a good place to drain it and let it rest before putting it on a serving platter. Be ready for the juiciest turkey you have ever had.