Let’s Be Smart As We Fry Turkey

11/12/2021 (Permalink)

Turkey is the staple of every Thanksgiving Day dinner, don't let a fire ruin that.

With Thanksgiving in two weeks here at SERVPRO, we want to help ensure your Thanksgiving Turkey won’t go up in flames. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, a turkey had been associated with about 900 fires each year on average frying. 

Preparations Begin BEFORE You Start

The biggest takeaway from this article should be:

•  NEVER fry a frozen turkey; in fact, preparations to get all moisture should begin right now. 
• When setting up the unit, you will want to place it on a flat surface free from anything covering it. Don’t fry your turkey in the garage, as it could catch your house on fire. 
• Don’t overfill the fryer with oil, as you should take into account the weight of the turkey. If the oil spills out the side could mean a quick way of starting a fire. 

Preparations DURING the Frying Process

These are a few tips that you should take into account as you fry the turkey:

• When lowering the turkey into the oil, you should do it in slow-motion if you need to pull it out fast.
• Once the turkey is in, you will need to stay with it. No time to get another beer as things can go south fast if left unattended. The oil will continue to get hotter, and if alone, you could let it reach 450?, which is when oil starts to smoke.
• If you see the smoke coming from the unit, you SHOULD TURN OFF THE GAS. 
• When the dark meat is cooked, the thermostat reads 175-180?, and the white meal is at 165-170?.

Gobble Gobble Time

From our family here at SERVPRO of East Independence/Blue Springs to yours, we hope you have a fun and safe Thanksgiving.