Let Popeye’s Cook Your Thanksgiving Turkey! Wouldja?

[Hawki97]

Commercial popped up today during the NFL games. First time I’ve heard of it but evidently they’ve done it before.

12-14lbs “Cajun style” turkey for $99.

Cajun-Style Turkey

Popeyes’ Cajun-Style Turkey is hand-rubbed & infused with our signature blend of Louisiana seasonings. The Cajun-Style Turkey is delivered to your door pre-cooked so all you have to do is thaw, heat, serve & enjoy. The Cajun-Style Turkey feeds approximately 8-12 people.Additional Cooking...

thecajunfix.popeyes.com

 

[jawatkins]

I’d try it but I’m not spending $100 on a turkey

Edit: sorry. If I’m spending $100 on a turkey it will be OP’s mom

 

[ping72]

I’d try it but I’m not spending $100 on a turkey

Edit: sorry. If I’m spending $100 on a turkey it will be OP’s mom

She taught me that an over-basted Turkey is a real thing. And why they call them drippings.

 

[bhawk24bob]

I honestly can't think of any way to make turkey sound appetizing besides in lunch meat form

 

[jawatkins]

I honestly can't think of any way to make turkey sound appetizing besides in lunch meat form

Turkey sucks if it’s not cooked right and even when it’s cooked right it’s probably the worst of the gathering meats. I’d rather have ham, any form of beef, and many other birds.

 

[TC Nole OX]

No

 

[bhawk24bob]

Turkey sucks if it’s not cooked right and even when it’s cooked right it’s probably the worst of the gathering meats. I’d rather have ham, any form of beef, and many other birds.

Agree, so many options....why pick the most tasteless one?

 

[The Tradition]

What's with all the turkey haters?

Y'all have never had my Pit Barrel Cooker smoked turkey. You would fight me for it after the first bite.

Anyway, NO on the Popeyes turkey.

 

[jawatkins]

What's with all the turkey haters?

Y'all have never had my Pit Barrel Cooker smoked turkey. You would fight me for it after the first bite.

Anyway, NO on the Popeyes turkey.

I’ll come eat your turkey. Maybe stay on the couch for a month or two. What are the squatters rights like in Florida?

 

[Tom Paris]

What's with all the turkey haters?

Y'all have never had my Pit Barrel Cooker smoked turkey. You would fight me for it after the first bite.

Anyway, NO on the Popeyes turkey.

I like both but prefer my fried turkey to the PBC. Sous vide breast is my favorite.

 

[binsfeldcyhawk2]

No

Filthy Popeyes shut down by Detroit Health Department after viral videos

Several videos show showing the disgusting conditions of a Detroit Popeyes on the city's east side has prompted the health department to close the location.

www.fox2detroit.com

Memphis Popeyes location shut down due to viral video showing roaches

A former employee recorded a video in the kitchen of Popeyes on Showcase Boulevard off of the Perkins Exit on Tuesday.

www.actionnews5.com

Rat infestation lands Popeyes on Dirty Dining

It’s the Nasty Nine on Dirty Dining this week with two restaurants and seven food trucks shut down for imminent health hazards.

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Restaurant Report Card: Popeye’s fails with 60; Queenie’s BBQ earns 100

A popular fast-food restaurant on Riverstone Parkway in Canton is in some hot water with the health department this week. It’s the second consecutive failing inspection for this Popeye’s prompting the health department to temporarily close the restaurant until proper cleaning and training could...

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[win1forthe]

Due to some extreme circumstances, we won’t have time to cook a Turkey this year, and getting one from a store, Popeyes is an option. We need it cooked. Open to ideas…

 

[TennNole17]

Deep fried turkeys are delicious

 

[DPUboiler]

No fun in that. I'd rather spend roughly $35 on a whole turkey and roughly $25 for a turkey breast, and then spend a couple days brining, prepping, and smoking the turkeys.

 

[Hawki97]

No

Filthy Popeyes shut down by Detroit Health Department after viral videos

Several videos show showing the disgusting conditions of a Detroit Popeyes on the city's east side has prompted the health department to close the location.

www.fox2detroit.com

Memphis Popeyes location shut down due to viral video showing roaches

A former employee recorded a video in the kitchen of Popeyes on Showcase Boulevard off of the Perkins Exit on Tuesday.

www.actionnews5.com

Rat infestation lands Popeyes on Dirty Dining

It’s the Nasty Nine on Dirty Dining this week with two restaurants and seven food trucks shut down for imminent health hazards.

www.ktnv.com

Restaurant Report Card: Popeye’s fails with 60; Queenie’s BBQ earns 100

A popular fast-food restaurant on Riverstone Parkway in Canton is in some hot water with the health department this week. It’s the second consecutive failing inspection for this Popeye’s prompting the health department to temporarily close the restaurant until proper cleaning and training could...

www.atlantanewsfirst.com

I believe this is all just the "cajun-style seasoning" they're referencing....

 

[Slappy Pappy]

"Delivered pre-cooked frozen, so all you have to do is thaw, heat, and serve!"

As opposed to a regular frozen bird that has to be thawed, heated, and served.

 

[Jan Itor]

I’ll come eat your turkey. Maybe stay on the couch for a month or two. What are the squatters rights like in Florida?

You want to gobble his Turkey?

 

[GOHOX69]

I bought one to smoke next week, cajun style, as an experiment.

 

[DooBi]

I bet that sucker is delicious.

 

[The Tradition]

I bought one to smoke next week, cajun style, as an experiment.

What sort of injectables will you be using?

 

[GOHOX69]

What sort of injectables will you be using?

I got this thing from meat church. I'm adding cajun spices to that and using that combo.

 

[The Tradition]

I got this thing from meat church. I'm adding cajun spices to that and using that combo.

Meat Church makes good stuff. Best of luck with your bird, my friend.

 

[GOHOX69]

Meat Church makes good stuff. Best of luck with your bird, my friend.

Thank you senor smoke. I appreciate the positive vibes.

 

[OrlandNole]

"Delivered pre-cooked frozen, so all you have to do is thaw, heat, and serve!"

As opposed to a regular frozen bird that has to be thawed, heated, and served.

Most turkeys sold in the store have to be thawed, seasoned and cooked (roasted or fried).

That said, not sure I'd pay $100 for a turkey that's delivered frozen. There are many fresh options available at that price point or better,

 

[Hawgk]

I haven’t personally tried one, but I have heard rumors that they are awesome.

 

[Bro D]

Not from the one in davenport that's for sure

 

[DropitlikeitsHawk]

Went somewhere and someone brought. It’s meh.

 

[chosen.one]

If not for the pricetag then 100% yes.

 

[hawkeyetraveler]

I have perfected the art of Turkey cookery by first Sous Viding with herbs/seasoning. Than deep frying just enough to perfectly crisp the skin. Wonderfully flavorful and tender. Not a dry bite to be found.

The sous vide jus is intensely flavorful and makes a great addition to the gravy.

 

[anon_b29nm7v7dwp6r]

Turkey is great….especially with all the Thanksgiving sides.

But yeah….from Popeyes? That is going to be a no from me.

 

[gamedayron01]

Popeye’s sucks. Always has.

 

[JWolf74]

I make a damn good smoked turkey. No friggin way I'm eating anything from Popeyes.

 

[Tenacious E]

I have perfected the art of Turkey cookery by first Sous Viding with herbs/seasoning. Than deep frying just enough to perfectly crisp the skin. Wonderfully flavorful and tender. Not a dry bite to be found.

The sous vide jus is intensely flavorful and makes a great addition to the gravy.

Sounds amazing. If I get a Turkey fryer that would be the last infinity gemstone to acquire and I could then take over the universe. While I would first need to suffer through my wife’s eye rolls as I add another cooking implement to be used once a year, it might be worth it. Anyone have a rec on brand and features? Also, what bag do you use that is big enough to hold a Turkey for the sous vide?

 

[GOHOX69]

Sounds amazing. If I get a Turkey fryer that would be the last infinity gemstone to acquire and I could then take over the universe. While I would first need to suffer through my wife’s eye rolls as I add another cooking implement to be used once a year, it might be worth it. Anyone have a rec on brand and features? Also, what bag do you use that is big enough to hold a Turkey for the sous vide?

I have a master built. It allows me to fry a turkey inside my home. 12 pounds or so max but no fire risk etc and I can maintain temp.

 

[Tenacious E]

I have a master built. It allows me to fry a turkey inside my home. 12 pounds or so max but no fire risk etc and I can maintain temp.

IN your home? I fear I would burn down the house.

 

[OrlandNole]

I have perfected the art of Turkey cookery by first Sous Viding with herbs/seasoning. Than deep frying just enough to perfectly crisp the skin. Wonderfully flavorful and tender. Not a dry bite to be found.

The sous vide jus is intensely flavorful and makes a great addition to the gravy.

How do you sous vide a turkey? In a hot tub?

 

[Tenacious E]

How do you sous vide a turkey? In a hot tub?

I have a couple of large clear plastic tubs you might find in a restaurant. Don’t see them in stores but Amazon has them. They could accommodate a Turkey, but if you have smaller containers you could break down the Turkey first, but I would want to do a whole bird if I could get a big enough bag.

 

[TC Nole OX]

I have a master built. It allows me to fry a turkey inside my home. 12 pounds or so max but no fire risk etc and I can maintain temp.

Something like this?

https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/masterbuilt-xl-electric-fryer-boiler-and-steamer

 

[HawkeyeShawn]

@The Tradition

Would you mind posting or linking to your recipe, ingredients, prep and steps?

 

[cfbfan23]

Sounds amazing. If I get a Turkey fryer that would be the last infinity gemstone to acquire and I could then take over the universe. While I would first need to suffer through my wife’s eye rolls as I add another cooking implement to be used once a year, it might be worth it.

If you consider crab and shrimp boils, as well, it doesn't have to be an annual cooking appliance. Bring the low-country to your house.