The Big Mistake People Make When Preheating Their Oven For Thanksgiving Turkey

Before you fry a turkey, the oil in the fryer pot will need to be heated to 375°F. (To measure the temperature of the oil, you’ll need a deep-fry thermometer with a long stem, and while you’re at it, make sure you have all the other essential deep-frying turkey equipment to fry safely.) Heating the oil will take approximately one hour, and can sometimes be longer if it’s cold outside. Note: You should ONLY fry a turkey outside, away from structures, and the turkey should be completely thawed before you begin frying.