Bayou Classic 3016 30-Quart Outdoor Turkey Fryer

Have you been disappointed by an Oven Roasted Turkey that came out dry? Deep Fried Turkeys come out moist and delicious whether you use a traditional recipe or try something different like adding Cajun seasonings with a flavor injector.

One of the best outdoor turkey fryers on the market is the Bayou Classic 3016 30-Quart Outdoor Turkey Fryer. Listen to what some people have said about this product.

A New Holiday Tradition, November 26, 2007 By WellRead

“When I first heard about frying turkeys, I just knew I'd try it eventually and this fryer has everything I needed (minus the turkey, oil & fuel) to get started. My cooker arrived right on time in perfect condition and went together without a hitch.

I fried up some chickens so I'd have some frying practice before T-day rolled around and learned a few tips:
The meat should be at nearly room temp before cooking. I took my bird out of the fridge the night before and put it in a cooler with no ice so it was cool but not cold. Also, the oil temperature should be right at the red-line before putting the meat in. If your bird is still cold from the fridge or if the oil is not hot enough, the oil temp will plunge to below 300 and it will take most of the listed cook time to get back to 350. Then you'll be guessing at to whether your meat is done.

When I put the Thanksgiving turkey in, I hung the neck around one of the legs and after about ten minutes, I fished it out with a pair of tongs and had a perfectly cooked snack while tending the fryer. At the end of the calculated cook time, I pulled the bird out and checked the breast with my electronic meat thermometer rather than the oil thermometer, perfect. If you think your meat is not quite done, you are better off finishing up in the oven rather than going back in the fryer, you don't want to overcook.

Since this was my first time out, I wanted to make sure I had a back-up plan so we wouldn't wind up feasting on cranberry salad and frozen pizzas. I told the in-laws to go ahead and cook their regular bird in case mine didn't turn out and they had the usual monster bird with the breast meat like drywall. The birds went to the table side by side and my 13 pounder was gone, picked clean and the little kids were asking was there any more turkey while the oven bird was still hardly touched (hee hee.) It was a smash.

More tips: I had a friend pick up a jug of peanut oil at the wholesale club and that was just a bit more oil than I needed for a 13 lb bird. I poured the unused oil off into some clean quart jugs so I could use the original 4.5 gallon jug to dispose of the dirty oil.

If you enjoy grilling, you will enjoy cooking with this fryer. It extends the summertime joy of getting outside with a refreshing beverage into autumn.”

Turkey Fryer, August 1, 2008

By Joseph Lafiora (Turnersville, NJ) -

“Worth the $$. read other reviews and was apprehensive about purchase, couldn't have made a better choice. Just fried up 2 Turkeys they were delicious, took about 30 minutes to assemble all parts and screwes were there, no short ones that were stated in previous reviews. All u need is a little common sence and just read directions and follow should have no problem. 3 1/2 minutes per lb. thats all u need to know LOL.”

The Bayou Classic 3016 30 quart outdoor turkey fryer is constructed from commercial-grade aluminum and cast iron, this outdoor turkey fryer kit features a 30-quart stockpot with a tall, narrow shape that requires less cooking oil than a standard stockpot. Specifically designed for frying whole turkeys, the pot facilitates a circular flow of oil for an even cooking temperature throughout. The unit's perforated poultry rack with a grab hook makes it easy to safely insert and remove the turkey from the pot, while its 12-inch stainless-steel deep-fry thermometer is perfect for maintaining a constant temperature of cooking oil when frying.

The unit offers not only everything needed to fry a whole turkey in as little as 45 minutes, but it also includes a 10-quart fry pot for frying chicken, fish, or a batch of corn fritters, plus a large steam/boil basket, which is ideal for boiling crawfish, shrimp, and vegetables. The outdoor gas burner with its cast-iron reversible grate provides exceptional cooking performance, while its solid leg design ensures stability. Other useful features include a 10-PSI regulator, a vented lid, as well as a 1-ounce trial seasoning injector and a 3.2-ounce seasoning sample. The pot measures approximately 18-1/2 inches tall by 14-1/2 inches wide with a 16 by 16 by 12-inch tall burner. A perfect addition to outdoor entertaining, the CSA-certified cooking system offers a fun and delicious new way to cook the Thanksgiving turkey or prepare food for any gathering.