Alternative Ways to Cook Turkey
Always make sure whole turkeys reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F. Use a meat thermometer to measure the temperature in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast.
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Method |
Size |
Estimated Cooking Time |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Electric Roaster Oven |
8 to 24 lbs. |
Generally same times as for oven roasting. |
Minimum oven temperature 325 °F. Check appliance manual. |
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Grilling: Covered Charcoal Grill or Covered Gas Grill |
8 to 16 lbs. |
15 to 18 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF. |
Air in the grill must maintain 225 to 300 °F; use drip pan. |
|
Smoking |
8 to 12 lbs. |
20 to 30 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF. |
Air in the smoker must maintain 225 to 300 °F; use drip pan with liquid. |
|
Deep Fat Frying |
8 to 12 lbs. |
3 to 5 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF. |
Oil must maintain 350 °F. |
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Microwaving |
8 to 14 lbs. |
9 to 10 minutes per pound on medium (50%) power. DO NOT STUFF. |
Use oven cooking bag. Rotate during cooking. |
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