How to Measure the Oil When Deep-Frying Turkey
Deep-fried turkey has a crisp, golden skin and is deliciously moist. The right-size pot and the right amount of oil are the keys to successful frying. One of the most common questions when deep-frying is how to calculate the amount of oil that is needed. There's a simple, easy solution to this! Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Select a pot that is large enough to cover the turkey with oil and prevent spillovers. Choose a pot that is narrow and tall. A wide pot will waste oil, and you'll have a more difficult time maintaining the proper temperature for frying.
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Clean the turkey under cold water.
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Place the turkey in the pot. Include the turkey holder if using that device. Fill the pot with water, covering the turkey by 1 inch.
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Remove the turkey from the pot and place it in a pan. Pat the turkey completely dry using paper towels. Make sure all the water is removed from the turkey cavity as well.
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Place a piece of masking tape on the top of the water line in the pot.
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Dispose of the water. Dry the pot completely since remaining water will cause the heated oil to explode.
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Fill the pot with frying oil to the bottom of the masking tape. Remove the masking tape. Heat the oil and proceed to fry the turkey.
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Tips & Warnings
Corn, peanut and canola oils are recommended for frying.
Place a large garbage bag under the frying stand to catch any oil spills when filling the pot.
