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Where do you put a meat thermometer in fried turkey?
Check the thickest breast and the innermost thigh and wing areas without touching bone.
Can the meat thermometer stay in the turkey while deep-frying?
Only if the complete probe system is expressly rated for that immersion and process. Most handheld instant-read models are for checks after lifting the bird out.
Do you need a separate thermometer for the oil?
Yes. Use a deep-fry thermometer designed for continuous oil monitoring and a food thermometer for the turkey's internal temperature.
What internal temperature should fried turkey reach?
USDA lists 165°F for all poultry, measured in the appropriate thick areas.