How to quickly defrost a turkey

Melissa Veytia

During this holiday season, work always piles up, and many times we leave everything to the last minute, this tip is perfect for those occasions when you don't have much time to cook, follow this step-by-step guide and learn how to quickly defrost a turkey.

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One option is to cook the frozen turkey, it is a safe way to do it, as this prevents the growth of bacteria. However, it may take much longer, about 5 hours at 162°C for a 5 or 6-kilo turkey.
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The turkey must reach an internal temperature of 73 to 85°C.
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If you start planning several days in advance, you can consider defrosting in the refrigerator. Make sure to allow 24 hours of defrosting for every 2 kilos:
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Another option is to submerge the turkey in an ice-water bath, changing the water every 30 minutes, allow 30 minutes of defrosting for every 1/2 kilo of turkey:
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The last option works if you have a small turkey or a very large microwave, set the defrost function, this can take between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on how many kilos your turkey weighs.