Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey Recipe for Thanksgiving
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3hr 15min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups butter
1/4 cup onion juice
1/4 cup garlic juice
1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
7 fluid ounces beer
3 gallons peanut oil for frying , or as needed
1 whole turkey , neck and giblets removed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-14
Calories
490
Sugar
0g
Fat
36g
Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey is a popular recipe in the Southern United States, particularly in Louisiana. This recipe marries the Louisiana-style hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce to create a spicy kick that deepens the flavor of the meat. The turkey soaks up all the spices and the beer to form a crispy outer layer while maintaining the juiciness inside. This recipe often replaces traditional baked turkey for Thanksgiving because it is faster to cook and full of flavor.

Instructions

1.Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat and add onion juice, garlic juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 10 minutes and stir in beer.
2.Fill a deep-fryer or large pot with peanut oil up to 3/4 full and heat to 350 degrees F.
3.Lower turkey slowly into oil and fry for 3 to 4 minutes per pound in hot oil, or until the internal temperature of the turkey has reached 165 degrees F.
4.Remove turkey from the hot oil and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

PROS

Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
With a zesty cajun flavor that the whole family will enjoy, it is a perfect recipe for Thanksgiving or any other occasion.

CONS

Deep-fried dishes like Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey are high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.
It might not be suitable for individuals with peanut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey is not a healthy food, the use of cayenne pepper and garlic in the recipe can offer some health benefits. Cayenne pepper can boost metabolism and suppress the appetite, while garlic can help lower blood pressure and prevent heart disease.

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