Cajun Fried Turkey

Name: Cajun Fried Turkey
Prep time: 24 h
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey; 6 medium onions; 5 green onions; 1 rib celery; 1 1/2 bell peppers; 6 Tbsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. red pepper; 3 cloves garlic; 2 sticks oleo

Prep: 1440 min Serves: 10 Cuisine: American

Cajun Fried Turkey is a flavorful and spicy dish that brings the zest of Louisiana's cuisine to your table. Infused with a blend of onions, garlic, and peppers, this dish is perfect for festive gatherings, offering a crispy exterior and juicy meat that will impress your guests.

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Ingredients

1 whole turkey
6 medium onions ⓘ
5 green onions
1 rib celery ⓘ
1 1/2 bell peppers ⓘ
6 Tbsp. salt ⓘ
1 Tbsp. red pepper ⓘ
3 cloves garlic ⓘ
2 sticks oleo ⓘ

Instructions

Liquify all ingredients, except turkey, in a blender.
Inject liquified ingredients into the turkey.
Marinate the turkey in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
Deep fry the turkey in a pot for 4 minutes per pound at 350°.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

237 kcal 12% DV

Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV

Total Fat 11.5g 15% DV

Carbs 23.3g 8% DV

Fiber 2.8g 10% DV

Sugar 4.4g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10023mg 100% DV

Potassium 316.3mg 7% DV

Cholesterol 22.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 61.5mcg 7% DV

Vitamin C 38.6mg 43% DV

Vitamin D 0.1mcg

Calcium 59mg 5% DV

Iron 2.3mg 13% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).