🦃 Cajun Deep Fried Turkey Recipe 🦃
Cook Time: 1 hour 🕐
Prep Time: 8 hours 🕒
Total Time: 9 hours 🕘
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5)
Review Count: 8 📝
Calories: 7377.4
Fat Content: 367.9g
Saturated Fat Content: 103.3g
Cholesterol Content: 3087.2mg
Sodium Content: 16912.1mg
Carbohydrate Content: 23g
Fiber Content: 11.4g
Sugar Content: 2.4g
Protein Content: 931.7g
📖 Description:
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Cajun Deep Fried Turkey, a culinary masterpiece that demands a touch of expertise and a willingness to embrace the sizzle of deep-frying. Be forewarned, this delight comes with a cost – the extravagance of a copious amount of oil. A dish of grandeur best suited for outdoor cooking adventures, steering clear of indoor realms.
🍗 Recipe Category: Poultry
🔍 Keywords: Meat, Cajun, Deep Fried
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 turkey 🦃
- 1 cup salt 🧂
- 6 tablespoons paprika 🌶️
- 6 tablespoons white pepper 🌿
- 6 tablespoons cayenne 🌶️
- 6 tablespoons Accent seasoning 🍲
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Rinse turkey inside and out.
- Mix 1 part crab boil concentrate to 4 parts water.
- Combine dry ingredients with crab boil solution.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Inject turkey (approximately 2″ apart) with the mixture using a syringe (available from gourmet kitchen stores).
- Cover turkey with foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Heat oil to 350°F.
- CAUTION: Use a fryer thermometer to monitor the oil. It may ignite if the temperature goes beyond 375°F.
- Put the turkey in the basket and CAREFULLY lower it into the pot.
- Cook for 5 minutes per pound.
- Check in 1 hour using a meat thermometer (aiming for an internal temperature of 180°F).
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
Serve this succulent Cajun Deep Fried Turkey as the star of your feast, accompanied by your favorite sides and perhaps a zesty Cajun sauce for an extra kick. The crispy skin and juicy meat are bound to leave your guests craving for more.
🎉 Tips and Tricks:
- Expertise Matters: This recipe is a culinary adventure, best attempted by those familiar with deep-frying. Novice cooks might want to build experience before taking on this flavorful challenge.
- Outdoor Indulgence: Due to the use of a substantial amount of oil, it’s recommended to steer clear of indoor cooking for this dish.
- Oil Temperature Vigilance: Ensure to monitor the oil temperature closely. An oil thermometer is your best ally, preventing any unwanted flare-ups.
📈 Nutritional Information:
Per Serving (1 recipe):
- Calories: 7377.4
- Fat: 367.9g
- Saturated Fat: 103.3g
- Cholesterol: 3087.2mg
- Sodium: 16912.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 11.4g
- Sugar: 2.4g
- Protein: 931.7g
👨🍳 Chef’s Note:
Cajun Deep Fried Turkey is not just a dish; it’s an experience. Allow the bold flavors and crispy texture to transport you to a culinary paradise. Remember, the key lies in patience, precision, and a touch of Cajun magic. Happy cooking! 🍽️✨
