"We combined two great Thanksgiving traditions in this recipe—deep-fried whole turkeys (which requires an outdoor cooking vessel and a scary amount of hot oil), and the flavors of stuffing, which are worked into a crunchy coating for these tenders...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds boneless turkey breasts, skin removed (about 2 small or 1 large)
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2 tablespoons Diamond Crystal or 3 1/2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
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2 teaspoons sugar
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2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups cornstarch
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3 tablespoons poultry seasoning (such as McCormick)
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2 tablespoons garlic powder
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2 tablespoons onion powder
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1 tablespoon Diamond Crystal or 1 3/4 teasopons Morton kosher salt
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 large eggs, beaten to blend
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2 cups buttermilk
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Vegetable oil (for frying; about 14 cups)
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Hard Cider Gravy (for serving)