Deep-fried turkey

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1eachFresh turkey, whole, dressed
gallonPeanut oil
1cupItalian salad dressing
½cupLemon juice, fresh
3tablespoonsOnion juice
3tablespoonsGarlic juice
2tablespoonsWorcestershire sauce
1tablespoonLiquid smoke
1⅓ounceCayenne
¼cupSalt

Directions

Mix all ingredients except turkey, pot and peanut oil to make a marinade.

Let stand overnight in refrigerator. Use meat injecting needle to inject all through turkey. Put turkey and marinade in a large plastic bag and keep in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 days. Remove in time to bring to room temp before cooking. Heat oil in a 40-60 quart pot to 325 degrees (Use candy thermometer). Immerse turkey completely and cook for 4 minutes per pound.

Place a pie tin with holes in the bottom in the bottom of the deep fryer to prevent sticking.