Ask anybody from the South - there's nothing like a turkey deep fryer to produce the tastiest turkey you've ever put in your mouth!

Once you've tasted the crispy skin, crunchy wings and succulent, tender, juicy meat, you'll be spoiled for ever going back to dry, tough, roasted turkey.

Imagine cooking an entire turkey in as little as 45 minutes!

No more overheating your kitchen with a turkey that has to roast for hours.

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Is there a downside to a turkey deep fryer? Just one. And some folks don't consider it a downside at all. You can't stuff the turkey if you fry it.

But that's okay, stuffing deserves its own pan anyway.

And when you go out to your turkey deep fryer and use the grab hook to pull that golden bird out of the hot oil, you'll be the star of the day. (Just don't tell anybody how easy it really was!)

How Fast Does a Turkey Deep Fryer Work?

The general guidelines for how to deep fry a turkey state that it takes approximately three minutes per pound in order for the turkey to be finished properly.

It is important, however, that you fully heat the oil in advance of putting the turkey into the fryer and that you check the temperature of the turkey after taking it out in order to make sure that it is finished properly.

Depending on the size of your turkey deep fryer, you will also want to generally keep the bird at under 15 pounds in order for it to be thoroughly cooked. (And that 15 pound bird can be ready to serve in only 45 minutes!)

The type of turkey deep fryer you use depends on the options you want. If you enjoy the convenience of an all in one kit, you'll love the Bayou Classic 3016 30-Quart Outdoor Turkey Fryer with Basket and Fry Pot.

It's the perfect turkey deep fryer to get started with, and includes everything you need to cook succulent turkey in a very short period of time.

Turkey Deep Fryer Tips

Do NOT try to build your own turkey frier. It's been tried, and the disatrous results that have come as a result should be reason enough for you not to try it. Just don't do it.

Always use your turkey deep fryer outside. You're heating a large amount of oil, and you're cooking an entire turkey, which is no small food item!

A turkey deep fryer made from cast iron aluminum is perfectly safe to use if you follow the instructions to the letter.

But let's be honest, sometimes, despite our best efforts, accidents happen. So always take your turkey deep fryer outside to use it.

For maximum flavor, some folks swear by turkey rubs or turkey marinades before frying. Check out the "Recipes" tab on the right if you don't already have a favorite or just want to try something new.

Pay attention to safety. Please read these safety tips before using any turkey frier, regardless of brand.