Nashville Hot Turkey Legs

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These Nashville hot turkey legs are breaded, deep fried, then doused in hot, spicy oil.

By
Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall
Roscoe Hall is not only a hilarious and unique chef, but also an accomplished artist who works in a variety of media. He is more widely recognized for competing on season 18 of Top Chef.
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Updated on November 19, 2024
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fried turkey leg with pickle chips and slice of white bread on crumpled brown paper
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt, divided

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper, divided

  • 4 turkey drumsticks (legs)

  • 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed

  • 1/3 cup paprika

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

  • 1/3 cup cayenne pepper

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, plus more to taste

  • ranch dressing, for serving (optional)

Directions

  1. Stir flour, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper together in a bowl or resealable plastic bag. Coat turkey legs thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing as necessary to adhere the coating.  Allow to stand at room temperature while oil heats.

  2. Heat oil in a saucepan or deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Stir remaining salt and pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and brown sugar together in a medium bowl until well combined; set aside. 

  3. Fry turkey legs, 2 at a time, until an instant read thermometer inserted near the center reads 170 degrees F (77 degrees C), about 15 minutes. Drain on a wire rack set over paper towels. 

  4. Carefully pour 1 to 1 1/2 cups oil into the bowl with spice mixture (mixture will bubble rapidly), and whisk until well blended. Coat turkey legs in spice oil mixture and allow any excess to drip off.  Serve with ranch dressing.

    From the Editor

    We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

fried turkey leg with pickle chips and slice of white bread on crumpled brown paper

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

645 Calories
31g Fat
47g Carbs
47g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 645
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 5g 26%
Cholesterol 198mg 66%
Sodium 2540mg 110%
Total Carbohydrate 47g 17%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 47g 95%
Vitamin C 6mg 6%
Calcium 81mg 6%
Iron 6mg 36%
Potassium 872mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.