Can you deep fry a turkey on a gas grill?

Table of Contents:

1. Can you deep fry a turkey on a gas grill?
2. How do I know the oil to fry a turkey?
3. Is a turkey fryer worth it?
4. Are electric turkey fryers any good?
5. How big of a turkey can you put in a turkey fryer?

Can you deep fry a turkey on a gas grill?

Fill your fryer with enough oil to fully cover your turkey; this is probably the most important step to adhere; heat to 350 degrees. ... Brush with olive oil; salt and pepper to taste. Preheat your gas grill to 500 degrees then turn the burners down to a medium flame.

How do I know the oil to fry a turkey?

MEASURING THE OIL FOR DEEP-FRYING

1. Remove the giblets and neck from the turkey; place the turkey inside the fryer basket. ...
2. Remove the turkey, letting the excess water drip into the fryer, then measure the distance between the water level and the top of the fryer.
3. Discard the water.

Is a turkey fryer worth it?

Deep-frying a turkey is a vastly superior option for countless reasons. The most important: Like everyone who's ever tried it will tell you, it tastes better than roast turkey. The white meat is moister, the dark meat is even more flavorful, and the skin, while not always totally crispy, is never slimy and gross.

Are electric turkey fryers any good?

If you're reluctant to handle a big pot of hot oil, you can still cook fried turkey at home using the electric turkey fryer with no oil needed. ... It's a great appliance to have when cooking for large gatherings of friends and loved ones. So, think indoor or outdoor, then choose with oil or without.

How big of a turkey can you put in a turkey fryer?

A 30-quart fryer can hold turkeys that are up to 20 pounds.