Succulent Deep Fried Turkey

Name: Succulent Deep Fried Turkey
Prep time: 555 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 600 min
Ingredients: 1 (10 pound) turkey, completely thawed; Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray; 1 tablespoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.5 cup butter; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; Several dashes hot pepper sauce; 2 teaspoons salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 2 gallons Crisco® Pure Peanut Oil

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

Submitted by Crisco

Updated on June 8, 2018

Prep Time:

9 hrs 15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

10 hrs

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 (10 pound) turkey, completely thawed
Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray

Rub:

1 tablespoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon black pepper

Spice Injection Mixture:

½ cup chicken broth
½ cup butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Several dashes hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Oil for Frying:

2 gallons Crisco® Pure Peanut Oil

Directions

Pat turkey dry with paper towels; coat completely with no-stick cooking spray. Combine rub ingredients in small bowl; rub over turkey.
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.
Fry according to fryer manufacturer's directions using peanut oil. Reference package for additional information.

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We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

2309	Calories
188g	Fat
3g	Carbs
154g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 2309
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 188g	241%
Saturated Fat 38g	190%
Cholesterol 488mg	163%
Sodium 2777mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 3g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 154g	308%
Vitamin C 1mg	2%
Calcium 157mg	12%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1602mg	34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Succulent Deep Fried Turkey

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