Fried Turkey Brined in Cayenne and Brown Sugar Recipe

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Fried Turkey Brined in Cayenne and Brown Sugar
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Directions:

  1. In a whole-turkey-size stockpot, whisk brown sugar, mustard, salt and cayenne.
  2. Gradually whisk in water, and then add thyme and garlic.
  3. Add turkey, cover and brine in refrigerator for 35 hours.
  4. If you cannot fit the pot in your refrigerator, you can place it in an ice chest or other container (keep an eye on your ice).
  5. Bring the oil to 375° in your turkey fryer - this can take up to an hour.
  6. Remove turkey from brine and pat it dry inside and out with paper towels.
  7. If your family or guests are salt-sensitive wash the turkey thoroughly then pat until it is dry as you can get it with paper towels.
  8. Transfer the turkey to a frying basket, breast side up.
  9. Lower into oil and fry for 3 minutes per pound, 36 minutes.
  10. Lift the basket out of the fryer and drain the turkey on a rack set over a rimmed baking sheet or pan for about 15 minutes.
  11. Carve and serve.
  12. Take extra care with the hot oil - Any hotter than 375F and you risk it catching fire.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 92.79 Kcal (388 kJ)
Calories from fat 39.58 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.4g 7%
Cholesterol 32.65mg 11%
Sodium 1444.33mg 60%
Potassium 175.68mg 4%
Total Carbs 2.57g 1%
Sugars 0.48g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.41g 6%
Protein 11.62g 23%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 3%
Iron 1.3mg 7%
Calcium 104.5mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 11 Kcal (46 kJ)
Calories from fat 4.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.52g 7%
Cholesterol 3.87mg 11%
Sodium 171.28mg 60%
Potassium 20.83mg 4%
Total Carbs 0.3g 1%
Sugars 0.06g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.17g 6%
Protein 1.38g 23%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 3%
Iron 0.2mg 7%
Calcium 12.4mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.9
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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