Cajun Deep-Fried Turkey - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. clarified butter *
3 Tbsp. onion paste **
1 Tbsp. each: dry mustard, granulated garlic, thyme, paprika and cayenne pepper
1 1/2 c. chicken stock
1 (10 to 15 lb.) turkey (unbasted)
3 gal. peanut oil

Preparation

Combine butter, onion paste, mustard, garlic, thyme, paprika, cayenne and chicken stock.
Using a syringe, inject mixture into turkey in many areas and depths.
Marinate 1 to 24 hours in refrigerator.
Heat oil to 375\u00b0.
Lower turkey into hot oil.
Cook about 3 minutes per pound.
Drain bird of excess oil.
Wrap in plain parchment paper or paper bags to hold the heat.
Place inside insulated cooler and let sit 15 to 25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 170\u00b0 to 175\u00b0.
Remove from cooler and wrapping.
Slice.
Makes 15 to 20 servings.