How to Wash a Turkey
Washing a Thanksgiving Turkey
Do you know how to wash a turkey? It’s a cinch. Washing a turkey in preparation for roasting or frying is a simple and easy task. Both fresh and frozen turkeys should be washed before stuffing and cooking.
Here are the steps to wash a turkey after it is thawed out:
- Remove the turkey from the plastic wrapping.
- Remove the neck and giblets from the cavity.
- Wash both the inside and outside of the turkey in cold water.
- Drain any excess water.
- Check the outside skin. Remove any feathers, or parts of them, that are still attached to the skin.
- Reach into the cavity and feel around for any veins that may have been missed before packaging. Remove them from the cavity.
- If you are using the neck and giblets, wash and drain them, too.
Your bird is now ready to stuff and roast or fry.
Important: To eliminate the risk of harmful bacteria, use soap and water to wash hands, utensils, sink, and all work surfaces.
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