Deep Fried Turkey

Name: Deep Fried Turkey
Ingredients: 1 turkey (12 to 15 lb.); 6 Tbsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. celery salt; 2 Tbsp. mustard; 2 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning; 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp. garlic powder; 1 Tbsp. onion powder; 1 Tbsp. lemon pepper; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 2 c. water

11 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

1 turkey (12 to 15 lb.)
6 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. celery salt
2 Tbsp. mustard
2 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning
1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. onion powder
1 Tbsp. lemon pepper
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 c. water

Directions

1

Add everything but turkey to water and bring to a boil.
2

Boil about 5 minutes and let cool.
3

Strain through cheesecloth.
4

Inject liquid deep into turkey all over with a large needle and syringe. Rub paste from cheesecloth over turkey and store in plastic bag in refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.
5

In large 10 gallon pot, heat 5 gallons or 35 pounds oil over gas burner outside to 350°.
6

Remove all plastic from turkey (pop up timer, plastic on legs).
7

Wire legs together with heavy wire.
8

Drop turkey into oil.
9

Turkey should float in about 30 to 40 minutes.
10

Check temperature in thigh with meat thermometer to 180°.
11

Remove from oil; let drip over paper towels.