Frequent question: Why did my fried turkey turn black?

The general consensus around the fryer was that the blackness was caused by the sugar in the rub. However, a quick scan of internet deep fried turkey recipes seems to suggest that a great many people put sugar on their deep fried turkeys without having this issue, leaving me unconvinced.

Can you overcook a deep fried turkey?

Do not add stuffing to the cavity of the turkey when deep-frying. … Do not overcook the turkey. If the oil maintains the proper temperature, 3 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes should be sufficient. If the turkey is cooked too long, the meat will be quite dry.

Why does my fried turkey look burnt?

Much hotter, and the oil will burn, leaving a burnt-toast aftertaste to the meat. Pay attention, and don’t overshoot the temperature. While it’s heating, pull the bird out of the fridge and put it over the rack, tail-down.

How do you get crispy skin on fried turkey?

Carefully remove the turkey from the fryer, and allow to rest on a platter or cookie sheet for about 20 minutes before carving. When it comes out of the fryer it should have a golden brown crispy skin. The fall apart meat on the inside will taste so delicious you will never be able to go back to oven baked again.

How long do you deep fry a turkey at 375 degrees?

Deep Frying Tips:

Preheat oil to 375°F (190°C). This may take 45 minutes – 1 hour. Use a candy or deep-frying thermometer to ensure accuracy. If the temperature is not high enough, the turkey will absorb more oil and may taste greasy.

How long should you let a deep fried turkey rest?

Place the turkey on a paper towel lined platter. After cooking is complete, let the turkey “rest” for 10 to 20 minutes before carving. Let the oil in the cooker cool completely, about 3 hours.

Should Turkey be room temperature before frying?

Remove the turkey from the brine, rinse and pat dry. Allow to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking. … The bird will reach an internal temperature of 161 degrees F due to carry over cooking. Carve as desired.

How long does it take to heat oil for deep fried turkey?

Approximately 30 minutes. Be sure the lid is on the fryer to help speed up the process. Use good quality oil with a smoke point of 400°f or higher. Vegetable, corn, canola, soybean, or peanut oils are safe to use.

How hot should oil be to deep fry turkey?

When cooking turkey parts, oil temperature should be 325° F; may take 4 to 5 minutes per pound to reach the recommended temperatures (dark meat to an internal temperature of 175° F to 180° F, and white meat to an internal temperature of 165° F to 170° F).

Do you deep fry a turkey breast up or down?

Place turkey, breast side up, in the deep-fryer basket. Slowly lower basket into hot oil. Try turkey about 30 minutes (or 3 minutes per pound), maintaining oil temperature as close to 350°F as possible.

How do you keep turkey skin crispy when resting?

I agree, if you are sealing the turkey in any way during the rest, the skin will steam. By the way, you can encourage a crispy skin by sliding you fingers under between the meat and skin prior to cooking. Loosening the skin creates some air space.

How do I keep my turkey from drying out?

For moist meat without the hassle of clearing fridge space to soak the bird in a vat of brining liquid, try a dry brine. Salting a turkey and letting it rest before roasting seasons it deeply and helps it retain moisture.

How do you keep a deep fried turkey warm?

You have 2 options:

1. Pat down the bird with a paper towel right before service to remove surface moisure and put it in a preheated oven set to 500-550 for 4-10 minutes (watch it closely). That should crisp things back up.
2. toss it back into the deep frier for a few minutes.

How long should you fry a 12 pound turkey?

A deep-fried turkey typically requires 3 1/2 minutes per pound, so a 12- to 14-pound bird will take 40 to 50 minutes to reach 165°F. When checking the bird’s internal temperature, use the hook that attaches to the poultry rack to slowly lift the turkey from the oil.

What is the best oil to use for frying a turkey?

Good oils for frying turkeys include peanut oil, corn oil, canola oil, cottonseed oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, and sunflower oil.

How much oil do I need to fry a turkey in a 30 qt fryer?

You’ll need enough oil to cover your entire turkey, but not so much that it spills over. A general guideline is to use 3 gallons of oil for a 30 qt. pot and 3 1/3 gallons of oil for a 32 qt. pot.