What size turkey can you cook in the Big Easy?
Similarly, you may ask, how long does a turkey take to cook in the Big Easy?
Plan to cook the turkey for approximately 10 minutes per pound - and monitor the temperature closely as the last "planned" 20 minutes begin. When the thermometer registers about 5 degrees below the target temperature of 165˚F degrees - turn off the cooker and remove the cooking basket with the turkey in it.
Secondly, what size turkey do I need for 10 people?
Choosing the Right Size Turkey When choosing a turkey to serve on Thanksgiving, figure 1 1/2 pounds per person. If you are serving 10 people on Thanksgiving, choose a bird that is 15 to 20 pounds. Smaller birds that weigh less than 12 pounds have a smaller meat-to-bone ratio, so figure two pounds per person.
Large capacity cooking basket allows you to safely fry whole turkeys up to 16 pounds, in as little as 8-10 minutes per pound. There's no waiting around for oil to heat up, and when you are done, there is not oil to dispose of. Enjoy crispy skin and juicy meat, without the extra calories or messy clean-ups.