Maintain the temperature of the oil at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and cook turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound, about 35 minutes. Carefully remove basket from oil, and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; the internal temperature must be 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).

How long do you deep fry a 20lb turkey?

Fry turkeys that are 10 to 13 pounds for 3 minutes per pound, and for turkeys from 14 to 20 pounds, cook for 3 1/2 minutes per pound. A 10-pound turkey will take about 30 minutes. A 20-pound turkey will require about 1 hour, 10 minutes. Cook until the internal temperature reaches between 180 and 190 degrees Fahrenheit.

How do you tell when a deep fried turkey is done?

Only the last two inches of the thermometer at the tip affect the reading, so push in only until you find the coldest part of the meat. When that reaches 170 degrees, you’re done. Don’t keep stabbing the meat with the thermometer, you’ll only let out moisture. Turn off the burner.

How much oil do I need to deep fry a 14 pound turkey?

How Much Peanut Oil For Frying a Turkey?

Turkey Size	How Much Oil You Need	How Long Your Turkey Needs to Fry
9 Pounds	3-4 Gallons of Oil	32 Minutes
13 Pounds	4-5 Gallons of Oil	44 Minutes
14 Pounds	5 Gallons of Oil	47 Minutes
15 Pounds	5 Gallons of Oil	Fry the dark meat and white meat separately. Fry for 3 minutes per pound.

How long does it take to deep fry a 12 lb turkey?

Most 12-14 pound turkeys will cook in 30-45 minutes. (With turkeys larger than 14 pounds, you run the risk of overcooking the outer parts of the meat while you wait for the inner meat to reach pull temperature.)

How many minutes do you cook a turkey per pound?

The general rule is 15 to 20 minutes per pound of turkey when cooking an unstuffed turkey.

How long does it take to fry a 20 pound turkey at 300 degrees?

At this point, you will want to measure the temperature of the oil, which will drop when the turkey is first lowered into the pot. Keep the oil temperature above 300 degrees. In just a short time, the oil temperature will begin to rise again. Cook the turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound.

Why do turkey fryers explode?

So, when the ice from a frozen turkey meets a vat of hot oil, it instantly changes to steam and expands to 1,700 times its original volume. This can cause the oil to bubble over and if an oil particle makes contact with a flame — boom — you’re in trouble.

When should I inject my turkey before frying?

Traditionally, a fried turkey is injected with a marinade before it’s cooked; how long before cooking is a subject of debate. You can inject the turkey anywhere from 24 hours to 5 minutes before frying. We had good results injecting two hours before frying.

Should I brine a turkey before deep frying?

The first step to make a delicious fried turkey is to make a good brine that will infuse the turkey with flavor before it cooks. Make my favorite turkey brine which is savory, sweet and flavored with herbs and citrus notes. Place a thawed 12-15 pound turkey in the brine for 18-24 hours. Rinse then dry the brined bird.

Why did my deep 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.

How long does it take to heat up oil for deep frying 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 much oil do I need to fry a 10 pound turkey?

Place the pot on the burner and clip the deep-fry thermometer to the side of the pot. Fill the pot with peanut or canola oil up to the mark you made earlier—you’ll need 4 to 5 gallons to fry a 12- to 14-pound turkey in a 30-quart pot.

What kind of oil do you use to fry a turkey?

Canola oil is recommended because of its high smoke point and low allergy concerns. The ideal frying temperature is 375°F. Once you submerge the turkey, the oil temperature will drop.

How long does it take to heat oil for deep frying?

Set your burner on medium and let your pan of oil heat for around 5 to 10 minutes. Put the meat thermometer in the center of the oil to check the temperature. The oil should be between 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 Celsius) and 400 F (205 C), depending on what you’re cooking.