Deep-Fried Wild Turkey

Iowahorse's Note:

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• Total Time: 72 hrs 40 mins
• Prep Time: 72 hrs
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 5

• 1 wild turkey , whole, dressed
• peanut oil , for frying (about 2.5 gallons)
• 1 cup Italian salad dressing
• ½ cup lemon juice , fresh
• 3 tablespoons onion juice
• 3 tablespoons garlic juice
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
• 1 1⁄3; ounces cayenne
• ¼ cup salt

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients except turkey, pot and peanut oil to make a marinade.
2. Let stand overnight in refrigerator.
3. Use meat injecting needle to inject all through turkey.
4. Put turkey and marinade in a large plastic bag and keep in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days.
5. Remove in time to bring to room temp before cooking.
6. Heat oil in a 40-60 quart pot to 325F (Use candy thermometer).
7. Immerse turkey completely and cook for 4 minutes per pound.
8. Place a pie tin with holes in the bottom, in the bottom of the deep fryer to prevent sticking.