Chapter
The Deep-Fried Turkey Revolution
04:30 - 09:43 (05:13)
Learn about the origins of deep-fried turkey and why it became a popular method for cooking Thanksgiving birds.
Clips
Learn about the history of turkey cooking, from colonial times to the invention of the roasting bag in the 1960s.
04:30 - 06:08 (01:38)
Turkey
Summary
Learn about the history of turkey cooking, from colonial times to the invention of the roasting bag in the 1960s. Included are tips for maximizing flavor and crispiness.
ChapterThe Deep-Fried Turkey Revolution
EpisodeTalking Turkey: A Holiday Special Edition
PodcastThe Daily
A discussion around the traditional way of cooking turkey and how gadgets such as pop-up timers are being used to help reassure people that their turkey is done.
06:08 - 08:27 (02:18)
Turkey
Summary
A discussion around the traditional way of cooking turkey and how gadgets such as pop-up timers are being used to help reassure people that their turkey is done.
ChapterThe Deep-Fried Turkey Revolution
EpisodeTalking Turkey: A Holiday Special Edition
PodcastThe Daily
The recipe for deep fried turkey originated from a group of Cajuns in Louisiana who were inspired by their setup to boil crawfish and crabs.
08:27 - 09:43 (01:16)
Deep Fried Turkey
Summary
The recipe for deep fried turkey originated from a group of Cajuns in Louisiana who were inspired by their setup to boil crawfish and crabs. Food editors popularized the recipe and soon it became a Thanksgiving favorite, although caution is advised when using nylon rope to tie up the turkey for frying.