Fried Thanksgiving Turkey

Fried Turkey? Well of course Mrs. Lou has the easiest recipe for the Thanksgiving standard enjoyed by so many in the South.

Ingredients

1 Turkey

2 1/2 gallons Peanut oil

1 1/2 cups salt (for brine)

1 Tbsp Salt, or to taste

1 Tbsp pepper

Completely thaw turkey and remove all innards.

Mix salt with enough water to cover the turkey in a pot or bucket large enough to fit it.

Place turkey in brine and put bucket in refrigerator overnight.

Put enough peanut oil in a large pot to cover turkey, about 2 1/2 to 3 gallons, and heat oil to 350 degrees.

Remove turkey from brine and pat dry.

Generously rub turkey with salt and pepper.

Carefully lower the turkey into pot, cook for 3 1/2 minutes per pound.

Remove turkey from oil and let cool before carving for 25 minutes.