Turkey Recipes

Turkey Recipes

Recipes for Turkey

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Deep Fried Turkey

Southern Deep Fried Turkey

Yield: 12

Ingredients
10 to 12 Pound WHOLE TURKEY, non self-basting
2/3 Cup vinaigrette
1/3 Cup dry sherry
2 Teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning salt
1 Teaspoon garlic powder
1 Teaspoon onion powder
1 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
As needed peanut oil
Remove the giblets and neck, rinse the turkey well with cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Take care to dry both inside cavities. To  allow for good oil circulation throughout the cavity, do not truss or tie  legs together. Cut off the wing tips and plump little tail as they may get caught in the fryer basket.
In a medium bowl, mix vinaigrette, dry sherry and seasonings together.  Strain the marinade. Place the marinade in an injection syringe. Inject the marinade in the turkey breast, thighs and legs. Place the bird in a large plastic bag, refrigerate and marinate for at least 2 hours. Turn the bag and massage the turkey from time to time.
Drain the turkey from the marinade and discard marinade. Place the turkey in the fryer basket or on a rack, neck down. Place the OUTDOOR gas burner on a level dirt or grassy area. Never fry a turkey indoors, in a garage or in any structure attached to a building. Do not fry on wood decks, which could catch fire, or concrete, which could be stained by the oil. (Safety tip: have a fire extinguisher nearby for added safety.)
Add oil to a 7-10 gallon pot with a basket or rack. At the medium-high  setting, heat the oil to 375 degrees F, (depending on the amount of oil, outside temperature and wind conditions, this should take about 40+ minutes). When the oil temperature registers 375 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer,  slowly lower the turkey into the hot oil. The level of the oil will rise due to the frothing caused by the moisture from the turkey but will stabilize in about one minute. (Safety tips: to prevent burns from the splattering oil wear oven mitts/gloves, long sleeves, heavy shoes and even glasses. It is wise to have two people lowering and raising the turkey.)
Immediately check the oil temperature and increase the flame so the oil temperature is maintained at 350 degrees F. If the temperature drops to 340 degrees F or below, oil will begin to seep into the turkey. Fry about 3-4 minutes per pound, or about 35-42 minutes for a 10-12 pound turkey. Stay with the cooker at all times as the heat must be regulated. When cooked to 170 degrees F in the breast or 180 degrees F in the thigh,  carefully remove the turkey from the hot oil. Allow the turkey to drain for a few minutes. (Safety tip: allow the oil to cool completely before storing or disposing.) Remove turkey from the rack and place on a serving platter. Allow to rest for 20 minutes before carving.

NOTE: Use only oils with high smoke points, such as peanut, canola or safflower oil. To determine the correct amount of oil, place the turkey in the pot before adding seasoning and add water until turkey is covered. Take turkey out of the water before marking the oil level. Measure the amount of water and use a corresponding amount of oil. Dry the pot thoroughly of all water.

Turkey Enchilada Casserole

1 large onion,diced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 can chopped green chilis
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded cheddar
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup salsa
2 cups cooked turkey,in bite-size pieces
6 large tortillas,corn or flour

In a large skillet,heat oil and saute onion. Add chilis, soup and half the
cheeses. Cook slowly until the cheese melts.

Line a buttered 1 1/2 quart casserole with 3 tortillas. Cover with 1/2 cup
salsa,1/2 the chicken,and 1/2 the cheese mixture.

Repeat the first layer. Top with remaining cheese.

Bake @ 325′ for 50-60 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Makes 6 servings.

Turkey Corn Chowder  >>  Turkey Corn Chowder

Perfect Turkey Drumsticks

Turkey Drumsticks – however many you want
cover with 3 cups coffee
season all
salt/pepper to taste
a little Meat tenderizer

Place in roaster in Oven.
Bake at 350 Degrees.

SWEET AND SPICY TURKEY SKILLET

Ingredients
. 1 8-ounce whole turkey tenderloin(s)
. 1/4 cup apple juice
. 2 tablespoons bottled hoisin sauce
. 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
. 1/8 teaspoon salt
. Dash ground red pepper
. 1/2 cup red, green, and/or yellow sweet pepper cut into thin bite-size strips
. 1 small onion(s), cut into thin wedges
. 1 tablespon cooking oil
. 3 tablespoons cold water
. 1 teaspoon cornstarch
. 1 small apple(s) or pear(s), peeled (if desired), cored, and cut into wedges

Directions
1. Cut each turkey tenderloin in half horizontally to form two 1/2-inch steaks; set aside. In a small bowl stir together apple juice, hoisin sauce, ginger, salt, and ground red pepper; set aside.
2. In a large nonstick skillet cook sweet pepper strips and onion wedges in hot oil over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until nearly tender. Remove vegetables, reserving oil in skillet. Add turkey to oil in skillet. Cook about 4 minutes or until brown, turning once.
3. Return cooked vegetables to skillet. Add apple juice mixture. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until turkey is done (170 degree F).
4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer turkey and vegetables to a serving platter, reserving liquid in skillet. Cover and keep warm.
5. Combine water and cornstarch; add to liquid in skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add apple. Cook, covered, about 3 minutes more or just until apple is slightly softened. Spoon apple mixture over turkey and vegetables. Makes 2 servings.

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