Cajun Deep Fried Turkey
10 gallons peanut oil
10 to 15 lb turkey
6 tsp salt
6 tsp paprika
6 tsp white pepper
6 tsp cayenne
6 tsp accent, optional
16 oz liquid crab boil concentrate
CAUTION: Not recommended for indoor cooking.
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 mixture using syringe (available from gourmet kitchen stores.) Cover
turkey with foil and refrigerate over night. Heat oil to 350.
CAUTION: Use a grease thermometer to monitor the oil. It may ignite if the
temperature goes above 375. Put turkey in basket and CAREFULLY lower it into the
pot. Cook 5 minutes per pound. Check in 1 hour using a meat thermometer.
NOTE: This is a great dish, but should only be attempted by someone who has
experience with doing this. It is also expensive due to the large amount of oil
needed.