Simple Deep Fried Turkey
Simple Deep Fried Turkey delivers juicy meat with a shatteringly crisp, golden skin using just salt, pepper, and hot peanut oil. It’s a straightforward, no-injection, no-baste approach perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. Resting after frying locks in moisture, giving you succulent slices with rich, roasted flavor and a satisfying crunch.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Simple Deep Fried Turkey, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 6
- Performance
- 20
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the oil in a large stockpot or turkey fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make sure the fryer is set up outdoors in a safe area, ideally on dirt or pavement and well away from buildings, wooden decks, or other objects. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby, just in case.
- 2
Make sure the turkey is fully thawed. Trim any excess skin from the neck area and ensure the neck opening is at least 1 inch in diameter.
- 3
Pat the turkey completely dry with paper towels, then rub generously with salt and pepper on the outside and inside.
- 4
Place the turkey into a drain basket, neck-side first. Working slowly and carefully, gently lower the basket into the hot oil until the turkey is fully submerged.
- 5
Keep the oil at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and cook the turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound, about 35 minutes.
- 6
Carefully lift the basket from the oil and let the turkey drain. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh; the internal temperature must reach 180 degrees F (80 degrees C). Let the turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Calories 9017.41 kcal High 451%
- Protein 67.64 g Good Source 135%
- Carbohydrate 14.14 g 5%
- Total Fat 1014.9 g High 1301%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 170.07 mg High 57%
- Sodium 3326.64 mg High 145%
- Dietary Fiber 0.28 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.0 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 4.99 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 4.99 mg Good Source 28%
- Potassium 16.36 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 1.52 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
About This Recipe
Simple Deep Fried Turkey is made with 4 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Peanut Oil, Salt, and Turkey Breast. Each serving provides about 9017.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Simple Deep Fried Turkey made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Peanut Oil, Salt, Turkey Breast. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Simple Deep Fried Turkey?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 9017.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Simple Deep Fried Turkey easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 4 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Simple Deep Fried Turkey healthy?
- Simple Deep Fried Turkey has an easyChef Pro health score of 29/100. Per serving, it provides 9017.41 calories and 67.64 g of protein, or 135% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 3326.64 mg (145% of the Daily Value). It contains Peanuts, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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