davefan66 Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 (edited) Butterball XL countertop fryer. Electric and used indoors. Works amazing. Did the outdoor one for years. Never had an issue, but this one is much easier! Safe and easy to keep the temperature constant. https://www.masterbuilt.com/products/butterball-xl-electric-fryer-by-masterbuilt?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs-Kp57OG5gIVQbDtCh3A1g91EAAYASAAEgIO-_D_BwE Edited November 25, 2019 by davefan66 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 49 minutes ago, Tenhigh said: Not just max fill level, you need to know how high you should put the oil, depending on the size of your bird. and DO NOT do it on your new stone patio. Throw a piece of plywood down on the lawn or something. @Tenhigh is correct. Def need to do a displacement test with some water and mark it. I’ve done a couple and will be doing another one this year. It’s definitely good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 4 minutes ago, billsfanmiami(oh) said: @Tenhigh is correct. Def need to do a displacement test with some water and mark it. I’ve done a couple and will be doing another one this year. It’s definitely good! While keeping in mind that oil expands considerably after heating so you will need to reduce the amount of oil relative to water in your experiment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 2 hours ago, teef said: ok. i'm keeping it off the stone. i was going back and forth with that. someone told me since it's peanut oil, you can just throw out in the lawn. it may be an issue for deer, fox, coyotes, etc., which we have. i'm also super paranoid about my dog finding it, and rolling in it. he likes to do that with deer *****, so i think he would love the oil. A) we have a newer bluestone patio. No way on earth I’d risk it on there. B) Your dog apparently hates you. Why might that be? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Drop it in on a long pole. And run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 5 hours ago, apuszczalowski said: I don't know if I would put tarps or anything underneath that could melt or catch fire. Use sand. It will not burn and it makes cleanup easier. My mother-in-law never saw a turkey before and cooked in the wok. One of the best deep fried turkey I have ever had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Deep fried is very good bur smoked is better. Once you perfect a smoked turkey therenis no going back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 10 hours ago, Gordio said: About 10 years go or so we were tailgating for a Monday night football against the Browns. We decided to deep fry a turkey. Seemed like a good idea. The tailgate & the deep frying went pretty well. I had my FIL's pickup truck. When we were done, before we were going into the game I was going to dump the oil out by this trash bin but one of the girls we were with started yelling at me, saying that is disgusting so I loaded the deep fryer with the oil back in the truck. I remember Cleveland beat us on like a 55 yard FG & I was really ticked off. Edwards threw a few picks that game. I remember pulling out of the lot & thinking to myself, your upset right now, just leave the deep fryer in the truck & worry about it in the morning when you get home. Well I didn't follow my own advice, tried to take the deep fryer out of the truck(I had a few drinks in me that night) & of course I spilled the deep fryer & all the oil went all over my driveway. Of course my friends were laughing their asses off & drove off. So I took the hose out from the garage & was spraying like crazy hoping this comes off. My wife comes out(it was 12:30 at night) & says what are you doing? & of course I told her to mind her own business & get the f*ck back in the house. So of course she ended up locking me out of the house. I had to sleep in my FIL truck. It was like 20 degrees that night too. Since then I have never brought a deep fryer to the Bills game. Is this why we lost to Cleveland this year? Maybe the beginnings of a new "curse." I've never tried this because WTF do you do with the used oil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 11 hours ago, davefan66 said: Butterball XL countertop fryer. Electric and used indoors. Works amazing. Did the outdoor one for years. Never had an issue, but this one is much easier! Safe and easy to keep the temperature constant. https://www.masterbuilt.com/products/butterball-xl-electric-fryer-by-masterbuilt?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs-Kp57OG5gIVQbDtCh3A1g91EAAYASAAEgIO-_D_BwE That's what I use. It's boss mode 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 10 hours ago, Marv's Neighbor said: Is this why we lost to Cleveland this year? Maybe the beginnings of a new "curse." I've never tried this because WTF do you do with the used oil? It's a cooking oil, if your worried about dumping it in your yard, just poor it over the other side of the fence..... Just don't pour it down the drain..... Seriously though, you would do the same as you would with the oil after deep frying anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 What not to do? Let your cell phone battery run down, in case emergency services need to be summoned... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted November 26, 2019 Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 16 hours ago, Buffalo_Gal said: Do a brine, the rub may (probably will) come off in the oil. this was my wife's concern as well. i don't think i'll have the time to get my act in order for a brine, so i'll try the rub this year, and get into the brining next year. 16 hours ago, davefan66 said: Butterball XL countertop fryer. Electric and used indoors. Works amazing. Did the outdoor one for years. Never had an issue, but this one is much easier! Safe and easy to keep the temperature constant. https://www.masterbuilt.com/products/butterball-xl-electric-fryer-by-masterbuilt?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs-Kp57OG5gIVQbDtCh3A1g91EAAYASAAEgIO-_D_BwE if this becomes a regular thing, i could definitely see this as an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Deep frying a turkey is nothing to be afraid of if you’re not a moron. 1. Don’t use too much oil. IIRC, the last time I did one I used about 4 or 5 gallons of peanut oil. My turkey fryer “pot” has a fill mark that makes this easy. Bought it at Bass Pro. 2. Keep your fryer set up on a stable surface and far away from any structures. Keep the kids inside while you’re doing it. 3. Of course, make sure the turkey is completely thawed and dry. Water + hot oil= YouTube video. 4. Make sure you use a thermometer to maintain the oil temp at around 350. It’s really not that hard. I’ve never done the seasoning rubs or injections, so I can’t speak to that. I typically just season liberally with kosher salt and pepper. Enjoy!! You’ll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted November 26, 2019 Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 36 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: Deep frying a turkey is nothing to be afraid of if you’re not a moron. 1. Don’t use too much oil. IIRC, the last time I did one I used about 4 or 5 gallons of peanut oil. My turkey fryer “pot” has a fill mark that makes this easy. Bought it at Bass Pro. 2. Keep your fryer set up on a stable surface and far away from any structures. Keep the kids inside while you’re doing it. 3. Of course, make sure the turkey is completely thawed and dry. Water + hot oil= YouTube video. 4. Make sure you use a thermometer to maintain the oil temp at around 350. It’s really not that hard. I’ve never done the seasoning rubs or injections, so I can’t speak to that. I typically just season liberally with kosher salt and pepper. Enjoy!! You’ll be fine. from everything i've read, these are the steps. i have 6 gallons of peanut oil, so i should be good there. the pot has a maximum/minimum fill line, so i'm good there too. my rub is going to be salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a random cajun spice i found. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 I've done a couple. Couple of lessons learned (along with those already posted): Don't oversize the turkey with respect to the fryer "pot". Use the rack and hook to get the turkey in and out of the "pot". I used a wooden paint stick and a second set of hands to manage this. Have your chair and beverage of choice ready to go when starting the process. Sit back, enjoy the time outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordio Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 (edited) 14 hours ago, Marv's Neighbor said: Is this why we lost to Cleveland this year? Maybe the beginnings of a new "curse." I've never tried this because WTF do you do with the used oil? You dump it in the back of your neighbors yard when he is not home. Edited November 26, 2019 by Gordio 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 5 hours ago, Gordio said: You dump it in the back of your neighbors yard when he is not home. Front porch if they are real jerks...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Quint Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 To find the volume of the turkey and how much oil to use, take the turkey in the bathtub with you. Subtract your volume when you and the turkey get in the water, and now you know how much oil to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 22 minutes ago, Captain_Quint said: To find the volume of the turkey and how much oil to use, take the turkey in the bathtub with you. Subtract your volume when you and the turkey get in the water, and now you know how much oil to use. Maybe it's just me, but I normally get a separate turkey for the tub. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turk71 Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, Gugny said: Maybe it's just me, but I normally get a separate turkey for the tub. Thats normal? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Quint Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 9 hours ago, Gugny said: Maybe it's just me, but I normally get a separate turkey for the tub. Yeah, if you get 2 identical turkeys one can be the bathtub turkey and the other can be the one you fry. Personally I dont care either way since I'm the one bathing with the turkey, so I know everything is clean. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted November 27, 2019 Author Share Posted November 27, 2019 9 hours ago, Gugny said: Maybe it's just me, but I normally get a separate turkey for the tub. no, no. i'm fine with his suggestion. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RochesterRob Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 12 hours ago, ExiledInIllinois said: That touched off a few heated arguments with my one uncle many years ago. He was never into the traditional Thanksgiving meal at all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, RochesterRob said: That touched off a few heated arguments with my one uncle many years ago. He was never into the traditional Thanksgiving meal at all. I suggested to my wife that we do a prime rib this year instead of turkey. She looked at me like I had worms crawling out of my eyeballs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeviF Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 4 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: I suggested to my wife that we do a prime rib this year instead of turkey. She looked at me like I had worms crawling out of my eyeballs. My advice when people want to know how to cook the perfect turkey: "ask your butcher for a rib roast instead." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Tim Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 I used to work in insurance and there were every year calls from people setting the house on fire. Please be safe and do not use a frozen turkey or too much oil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Nanker Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 22 hours ago, teef said: from everything i've read, these are the steps. i have 6 gallons of peanut oil, so i should be good there. the pot has a maximum/minimum fill line, so i'm good there too. my rub is going to be salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a random cajun spice i found. If you're going to use a rub - put it under the skin. You can get to the meat pretty easily in a turkey. Brining is really easy. Do it overnight tonight. It'll be ready tomorrow in time for your rocket-inspired deep-fry lift-off. Alton's brining and deep frying instructions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 12 hours ago, Captain_Quint said: To find the volume of the turkey and how much oil to use, take the turkey in the bathtub with you. Subtract your volume when you and the turkey get in the water, and now you know how much oil to use. I normally just use my old toaster which is about the same size and weight of a turkey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 5 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: I normally just use my old toaster which is about the same size and weight of a turkey. I’ve found that method works best if you plug it in before getting into the tub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 One kitchen fire today in Schenectady deep frying a turkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
US Egg Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 On 11/25/2019 at 11:56 AM, teef said: for the first time this year i'll be deep frying a turkey. i'm not going to get too elaborate...just a rub on it and into the fryer it goes. i'm just looking for what not to do. So how did it go ? Inquiring minds want to know.....or not, but I am curious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 ...a few years ago, people in a house one street over decided to do theirs in the garage......grease overflowed and ignited gas can for lawnmower......house went up in flames....blew out windows at the opposite end....a total loss........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Anyone hears from @teef? hope he’s ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) 4 minutes ago, SlimShady'sGhost said: Anyone hears from @teef? hope he’s ok. No news from the Space Station is a good sign! . Edited November 30, 2019 by Augie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westside Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 My momma always said, you can love a rich woman as much as a poor one. Anybody know how much life insurance teef had? Anyone has his phone number??? I kid, I kid.....sort of 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 (edited) The tryptophan must have got him. ? Edited November 30, 2019 by Ridgewaycynic2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Bueller? Bueller? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Maybe he's still looking for a place to dump the oil. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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