Fried Turkey with a Chili Maple Sauce | Turkey Recipes | Chef Zee Cooks

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index, while corn syrup is more economical.

whole turkey

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey breast reduces fat content, while chicken is a more budget-friendly option.

chili sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Salsa provides a fresh flavor, while hot sauce is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

Make a brine with 8 cups of water and 1/2 cup of kosher salt, adding a whole head of garlic, whole black peppercorns, fresh rosemary, and fresh sage.

Warm the brine until it comes to a boil, then let it cool to room temperature.

Pour the cooled brine over the turkey and cover with saran wrap, letting it sit in the fridge for a minimum of 12 hours, preferably 24 hours.

Prepare the chili maple sauce by combining maple syrup, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, cayenne pepper, and red pepper seeds in a saucepan and simmering it.

Let the sauce cool to room temperature and refrigerate it until ready to use.

After brining, pat the turkey dry and season it with fresh kosher salt and black pepper.

Prepare the breading by mixing all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.

Dip the turkey in buttermilk, then coat it with the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.

Heat oil to 350°F and fry the turkey, checking the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F.

Drain excess oil and serve the fried turkey with the chili maple sauce.

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