Fried Turkey Wings
These fried turkey wings promise an explosion of flavor in every crispy, succulent bite, transforming ordinary turkey wings into a deliciously indulgent treat. If you’re a fan of tender meat encased in a crunchy, seasoned crust, this dish is the perfect addition to your family dinner rotation.
❤️ Why you’ll love it
These crispy turkey wings are a great substitute for chicken wings! The crispy, golden brown exterior gives way to tender, juicy meat with each mouthwatering bite. Not to mention, this recipe is super easy, only requiring a few ingredients from the grocery store.
What’s not to love about a dish that’s easy to prepare, incredibly delicious, and perfect for any occasion, from game day gatherings to family feasts? Save this recipe for Thanksgiving dinner – it’s a great option for holiday meals!
If you’re looking for a unique alternative to a traditional Thanksgiving turkey, this recipe will not disappoint.
🧾 Ingredients Used
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- Turkey Wing Pieces: The star of the show, turkey wings provide a juicy and flavorful canvas for your culinary creativity.
- Chicken Seasoning: To infuse your turkey wings with a burst of savory flavor, you’ll need the best chicken seasoning, made with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, and oregano. Here is a link to the homemade chicken seasoning I use.
- Cooking Oil: You can use an oil of your choice to deep fry the turkey.
🔪 How To Make This Recipe
- Start by thoroughly washing and patting dry the turkey wings. This step ensures that the seasoning adheres to the meat effectively.
- Generously season the turkey wings with the chicken seasoning, ensuring that each piece is coated evenly with the flavorful blend.
- Allow the seasoned wings to rest for about 30 minutes. This brief marination time allows the flavors to penetrate the meat for a tastier outcome.
- Heat up your cooking oil for deep frying, aiming for a temperature of around 350°F to 375°F. Check with an instant-read thermometer.
- Carefully place the seasoned turkey wings into the hot oil and fry for about 10 minutes. Fry them until they reach a perfect golden-brown color, indicating they are thoroughly cooked and delightfully crispy.
- Place on paper towels to soak up excess oil and allow to rest for a few minutes.
🥫 Storing and Reheating
Fried turkey wings are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat them in an oven or an air fryer to help maintain their crispy texture. While it is possible to microwave the leftovers, you’ll get better results in the oven or air fryer.
You can also freeze these wings for up to a few months, making them great for long-term meal prep! Just be sure to reheat them in the air fryer to prevent sogginess.
💭 Tips and Variations
- To get that coveted crispy skin, pat the wings dry before seasoning and frying. Also, make sure your oil is at the right temperature, and don’t overcrowd the fryer.
- Feel free to experiment with different seasoning blends or sauces to create a unique flavor profile. A cajun seasoning would be great with this recipe!
- For extra flavor, marinate the turkey wings in the seasoning for an extended period, even overnight.
- You can make air fryer turkey wings using this recipe – just be sure to air fry for 25 minutes total at 350°F.
- Add one tablespoon of onion powder for a stronger flavor.
- These crispy fried turkey wings can be cooked with whatever oil you have on hand, whether it’s peanut oil or olive oil.
- If you don’t have a deep fryer, you can use a heavy-bottomed pot or medium Dutch oven to achieve the same results.
- If you don’t want to fry the wings, feel free to put them in a baking dish and cook in the oven instead.
- While these wings are great on their own, you can serve them with a variety of delicious sauces, like buffalo or ranch dressing.
🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?
Fried turkey wings are incredibly versatile and pair well with a variety of side dishes. You can serve them with classic dishes like coleslaw, or opt for lighter options like a fresh garden salad, cauliflower rice, or steamed vegetables to balance out the richness of the wings.
If you’re making this turkey wings recipe for Thanksgiving, you can serve these with keto cranberry sauce, keto stuffing, air fryer green beans, and keto mashed cauliflower. My keto biscuits are another perfect Thanksgiving side that pairs well with these wings. Believe it or not, it is possible to make your entire Thanksgiving meal keto-friendly!
These fried wings also go well with a variety of sauces, like hot sauce, soy sauce, or barbecue sauce.
👩🍳 Frequently asked questions
How to get crispy turkey skin when frying?
To achieve crispy turkey skin, ensure that the wings are patted dry before seasoning and frying. Additionally, maintaining the right oil temperature and avoiding overcrowding the fryer are other key factors.
How do you know when turkey wings are cooked?
Turkey wings are cooked when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). You can use a meat thermometer to confirm their readiness.
Can turkey wings be a little pink?
While turkey should be fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F, turkey wings can sometimes show a slight pink hue near the bone due to how the light interacts with the bone. As long as the meat is at the correct temperature, it’s safe to eat.
Is fried turkey keto-friendly?
With high protein and low carbs, fried turkey is keto-friendly!
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Fried Turkey Wings
Ingredients
- 1 large turkey wing split into two
- 1 tbsp chicken seasoning
- 2 cups avocado oil for frying
Instructions
- Start by thoroughly washing and patting dry the turkey wings.
- Generously season the turkey wings with the chicken seasoning, ensuring that each piece is coated evenly with the flavorful blend.
- Allow the seasoned wings to rest for about 30 minutes.
- Heat up your cooking oil for deep frying, aiming for a temperature of around 350°F to 375°F. Check with an instant-read thermometer.
- Carefully place the seasoned turkey wings into the hot oil and fry for about 10 minutes.
- Fry them until they reach a perfect golden-brown color, indicating they are thoroughly cooked and delightfully crispy.
- Place on paper towels to soak up excess oil and allow to rest for a few minutes.
Notes
- 10% of the frying oil was included in the recipe, since all the oil is not consumed.
- To get that coveted crispy skin, pat the wings dry before seasoning and frying. Also, make sure your oil is at the right temperature, and don’t overcrowd the fryer.
- Feel free to experiment with different seasoning blends or sauces to create a unique flavor profile. A cajun seasoning would be great with this recipe!
- For extra flavor, marinate the turkey wings in the seasoning for an extended period, even overnight.
- You can make air fryer turkey wings using this recipe – just be sure to air fry for 25 minutes total at 350°F.
- Add one tablespoon of onion powder for a stronger flavor.
- These crispy fried turkey wings can be cooked with whatever oil you have on hand, whether it’s peanut oil or olive oil.
- If you don’t have a deep fryer, you can use a heavy-bottomed pot or medium Dutch oven to achieve the same results.
- While these wings are great on their own, you can serve them with a variety of delicious sauces, like buffalo or ranch dressing.
