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Crispy Fried Turkey Breast

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PREP TIME
5 min
COOKING TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1490 min
SERVINGS
12 servings
Dinner
Crispy Fried Turkey Breast
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 (7 pound) turkey breast
  • 2 gallons canola oil for frying
Instructions
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Combine the seasoning ingredients of sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, granulated garlic, and chili powder in a small container. Close the lid and vigorously agitate until the seasonings are thoroughly blended together
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Sprinkle the entire spice blend mixture evenly over the turkey breast, ensuring a complete covering. Wrap the breast securely in aluminum foil and store it in the refrigerator for 24 hours
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Take the breast out of the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes
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Meanwhile, pour oil into a large pot with a lid that is sufficient to hold both the oil and the turkey breast. Heat the oil to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), making sure it reaches this temperature
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Carefully place the breast into the oil, cover the pot with a lid, and cook until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices flow freely, taking around 25 minutes
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During this time, insert an instant-read thermometer into the center of the breast and verify that it reaches a minimum temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C)
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