Deep frying is a cooking method in which food is submerged in hot oil or fat. This is normally performed with a deep fryer or chip pan; industrially, a pressure fryer or vacuum fryer may be used. Deep frying is classified as a dry cooking method because no water is used. Due to the high temperature involved and the high heat conduction of oil, it cooks food extremely quickly.

It may sound like an odd concept- deep fried turkey. But, here in South Mississippi, where almost everything from Oreos to sweet potatoes are fried, a fried holiday turkey is nothing unusual. These birds are juicy, flavorful, and come out with a beautiful golden color.