How do you prepare ready to eat turkey legs?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you prepare ready to eat turkey legs?
2. Why do you Tie turkey legs together?
3. How do you fry a 10 pound turkey?
4. How does Paula Deen fry a turkey?
5. How much oil do I need to fry a turkey?
6. Can I use vegetable oil to fry a turkey?
7. What oil is best for deep-frying turkey?
8. Do you fry a turkey with the lid on or off?

How do you prepare ready to eat turkey legs?

Cooking a Pre-Smoked Turkey Leg!

1. First preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Add a dash of water, or broth, to the a baking pan or dish. Amount depends on how many legs! ...
3. Place the legs in the pan and cover with foil.
4. Bake for two hours, rotating the pan in the oven, until you have an internal temp of 155 degrees!

Why do you Tie turkey legs together?

Tying your turkey's legs blocks the cavity and prevents air from circulating freely around the densest parts of the bird.

How do you fry a 10 pound turkey?

Place the turkey into a drain basket, neck-side first. Working slowly and carefully, gently lower the basket into the hot oil to completely cover the turkey. Maintain the temperature of the oil at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and cook turkey for 3 1/2 minutes per pound, about 35 minutes.

How does Paula Deen fry a turkey?

Heat peanut oil in a turkey fryer or a very, very large stockpot to 350 degrees F. Lower turkey into hot oil, very carefully, making sure it is fully submerged. Fry turkey for 3 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes per bird. Remove turkey from oil and drain on paper towels.

How much oil do I need to fry a turkey?

You'll need enough oil to cover your entire turkey, but not so much that it spills over. A general guideline is to use 3 gallons of oil for a 30 qt. pot and 3 1/3 gallons of oil for a 32 qt.

Can I use vegetable oil to fry a turkey?

Deep-frying makes the turkey crispy on the outside and super juicy on the inside (even the white meat). It also leaves the heat outside! You can deep-fry the turkey in either peanut or vegetable oil, your choice. We use a 26 quart aluminum pot with a drain basket.

What oil is best for deep-frying turkey?

Canola oil

Do you fry a turkey with the lid on or off?

Keep an eye on the bird for the duration of the frying time, and make sure the temperature is at 350 during cooking. Leave it uncovered. You should fry your turkey for 3-4 minutes per pound.