Can you use the Big Easy in the rain?

Never use your fryer in the rain or snow. Since the lid is made from a wire mesh, precipitation will fall into the cooking chamber. In addition, when the temperature outside is below 30°F, the turkey will take longer to cook.

How long does it take to fry a turkey in a Char Broil Big Easy?

It normally takes about ten to fifteen minutes per pound to cook a turkey in the Big Easy. We recommend using a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of the turkey. Make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Can I cook a 20lb turkey in the Big Easy?

Is it possible to fit a 20lb Turkey in the big easy? This Big Easy can cook a turkey up to 16 pounds. It normally takes about ten to fifteen minutes per pound to cook a turkey in the Big Easy. We recommend using a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of the turkey.

Can you fry a turkey under a canopy?

If it’s heated above its cooking temperature, its vapors can ignite. Propane-fired turkey fryers must be used outdoors. Don’t use under awnings or tents or in enclosed places.

How long does it take to cook a 16 pound turkey in a oilless fryer?

Place the basket in the Oil-Less Deep Fryer. Turn on the cooker to medium-high cooking and cook for about 10 minutes per pound (14lbs. = approx. 140 minutes or 2 hrs 20 minutes).

Should I use the lid of Big Easy?

The wire mesh lid is usually only used for the first or last 15 minutes of your cook. The lid reflects infrared heat back into the cooking chamber for extra browning. If used for the entire time, it can burn your food on the outside before it is fully cooked on the inside.

What size turkey fits in Big Easy?

16 pounds
Large capacity cooking basket allows you to safely fry whole turkeys up to 16 pounds, in as little as 8-10 minutes per pound.

What if it rains while frying a turkey?

Because fryers are designed for the outdoors (don’t even think about deep-frying a turkey inside), it’s exposed to the elements—rain or snow falling into the oil can create splatter and excruciatingly hot steam.

Do you fry a turkey with the lid on or off?

Keep an eye on the bird for the duration of the frying time, and make sure the temperature is at 350 during cooking. Leave it uncovered. You should fry your turkey for 3-4 minutes per pound.

Do you put the lid on when deep frying?

For an outdoor deep fryer, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to turn on the propane gas. Put on the lid, if the fryer has one, while the oil heats up. Depending on what you’re cooking, you’ll probably want to heat the oil between 350 to 400 degrees, or as the manufacturer or a trusted recipe directs.