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Deep-Fried Wild TurkeyRecipe : Deep-Fried Wild Turkey
Procedure :
1 ea Wild turkey, whole, dressed 2 1/2 ga Peanut oil 1 c Italian salad dressing 1/2 c Lemon juice, fresh 3 tb Onion juice 3 tb Garlic juice 2 tb Worcestershire sauce 1 tb Liquid smoke 1 1/3 oz Cayenne 1/4 c Salt Mix all ingredients except turkey, pot and peanut oil to make a marinade. Let stand overnight in refrigerator. Use meat injecting needle to inject all through turkey. Put turkey and marinade in a large plastic bag and keep in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days. Remove in time to bring to room temp before cooking. Heat oil in a 40-60 quart pot to 325 degrees (Use candy thermometer). Immerse turkey completely and cook for 4 minutes per pound. Place a pie tin with holes in the bottom in the bottom of the deep fryer to prevent sticking. This is supposed to be a red-hot favorite. Try one. Recipe date: 12/23/87 |
