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The Big Easy oil-less turkey fryer is a revolutionary appliance that allows you to make juicy, delicious fried turkey without the dangers of a vat of hot oil. Using infrared heat, it can cook a turkey in about a third of the time as a traditional oven.
With a little know-how, you’ll be serving up perfect fried birds with crispy skin to impress your family this holiday season. Here’s everything you need to know to master the Big Easy fryer.
What is the Big Easy?
The Big Easy is a propane-powered infrared turkey fryer made by Char-Broil It uses infrared heat coils to cook food instead of hot oil
Benefits include
- Oil-free cooking
- Shorter cook times
- Crispy skin
- Juicy meat
- Safer than traditional frying
It can fit turkeys up to 16 lbs and includes a cooking basket, turkey lifter, and drip tray Optional accessories like a cover and rotisserie attachment are also available
Setting Up the Fryer
Proper setup is key for success with the Big Easy:
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Assemble per instructions. Get help – it’s a two person job.
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Connect propane tank securely. Do a leak test.
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Coat interior with vegetable oil using paper towel. Helps seasoning.
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Heat empty fryer to burn off residue and season it. Let cool before adding food.
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Place on a sturdy, level surface away from flammable items.
Preparing the Turkey
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Thaw turkey completely before cooking.
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Avoid rubbing with sugary seasonings – they’ll burn.
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Inject with marinade and coat with oil or dry rub. Go light on salt.
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Cook stuffed birds separately – they take too long.
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Let sit at room temp 30 mins before frying for even cooking.
Cooking the Bird
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Lower turkey in basket over drip tray and flavor infuser.
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Cook 10-15 mins per lb, until 165°F internal temp.
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Use thermometer to check doneness. Breast and thigh should be 165°F.
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Let rest 20 mins before carving for juiciest meat.
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Make gravy from drippings.
Maintenance Tips
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Always clean after each use.
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Cover when not in use. Store propane tank properly disconnected.
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Re-season interior before each use with vegetable oil.
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Replace infrared heat coil about once a year.
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Watch for rust and damage. Avoid water inside fryer.
Big Easy Turkey Cooking Times
For best results, follow these approximate turkey cooking times:
- 8-12 lb turkey: 90-120 minutes
- 12-16 lb turkey: 120-150 minutes
- Turkey breast: 60-90 minutes
Adjust time up or down based on shape and actual weight. Rely on a meat thermometer for doneness, not just cook time.
Handy Accessories
These add-ons help maximize the Big Easy:
- Cover – helps retain heat
- Rotisserie kit – rotisserie cooks evenly
- Turkey racks – cook multiple birds
- V-rack – cook other foods like ribs
- Baskets – for cooking wings, fish, etc.
Tips for Crispy Skin
Crispy skin makes the perfect fried turkey. Follow these tips:
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Pat turkey dry before cooking.
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Don’t rub with sugary seasoning – it burns.
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Coat with olive or vegetable oil before cooking.
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Cook 5-10 mins longer for extra crispy skin.
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Crank heat to max at end to crisp the skin.
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Let turkey rest before carving for crispiest skin.
Big Easy Cooking Guide
The Big Easy fryer isn’t just for turkeys. Here’s what else you can cook:
- Whole chicken or chicken pieces
- Ham, beef roasts or tenderloin
- Racks of ribs
- Pork tenderloin or chops
- Roasts, ribs, chops
- Fish and shrimp
- Kabobs or skewers
- Veggies like potatoes, onions, peppers
Follow similar steps as turkey. Adjust cook times as needed. Use a meat thermometer to confirm doneness.
Common Big Easy Problems Solved
Turkey not done in time stated: Adjust burner, cook longer and use a meat thermometer to confirm doneness.
Skin not crispy: Pat turkey dry, coat in oil, cook slightly longer.
Flare-ups: Ensure interior is cleaned and coated with oil. Don’t use sugary rubs.
Burning/smoking: Clean interior and re-season with vegetable oil before each use.
Not heating: Check propane tank connection. Make sure valve is open. Replace/recycle tank if empty.
Unstable: Ensure legs are screwed in properly. Tighten leg bolts fully. Site on level ground.
With these handy tips, you’ll be a pro in no time at oil-less fried turkey with juicy meat and crispy skin using the innovative Big Easy fryer.
The Big Easy Char Broil Grill
Almost like magic, you put your meat (or whatever you’re cooking—vegetables, pizza) in the basket. Turn the Big Easy on. Put the mesh lid on top. Then you walk away and do your thing. Mingle with your company, do a load or two of laundry, watch an episode of The Voice. You get the idea! You don’t need to worry about burning, overcooking, or having to turn and attend to what’s in that basket.
Char Broil Big Easy Chicken
The next step for me was to ‘season’ this good-looking the big easy®charbroil pot! It was simple, much like using a new cast iron skillet for the first time. Within about an hour, my the big easy®charbroil was hooked up to the 20-pound propane tank, was ready and rarin’ to go!
The way I wanted to approach this beauty was from our lifestyle. Ben and I are empty-nesters. A lot of our cooking is just for the two of us or small dinner parties. We no longer do corporate entertaining nor do we have the huge Thanksgiving gatherings of years ago where we would deep-fry, yes, the old fashioned way, three or four turkeys for 30+ guests. So I wanted to see if this gizmo would be the real deal for our small gather of four of us for dinner.
The Big Easy Oil-Less Turkey Fryer | Char-Broil
FAQ
How many minutes per pound to fry a turkey in an oil less fryer?
How to use oil less in an air fryer?
What is the best oil-less turkey fryer?
There are a couple oil-less turkey fryers on the market, but by far the most popular is The Big Easy oil-less turkey fryer, a model made by Char-Broil. Traditionally, a turkey deep fryer cooks a turkey in hot oil that’s heated by an external burner.
Does a Big Easy turkey fryer need oil?
The Big Easy Oil-less Turkey Fryer cooks your turkey with a crispy crust on the outside and tender, juicy meat on the inside. It keeps your oven free for all those tasty sides and special pies too. The Big Easy® Oil-Less Turkey Fryer is powered by TRU‑Infrared™ technology and requires no oil to operate.
How do you use a Big Easy oilless Fryer?
Season the cooking chamber before you use it for the first time. Coat all interior surfaces of the cooking chamber with vegetable oil. If you use a cooking spray, wipe down the chamber after spraying to ensure an even coat. Power Up Your Big Easy® Oil-less Fryer. Press and turn the burner control knob to the flame symbol.
How does the Big Easy® turkey fryer work?
The Big Easy® Oil-less Turkey Fryer is the stress-free way to fry your turkey without having to purchase or dispose of cooking oil. That means you don’t have to worry about splattering, spilling and burns.