the level should be at least 5 or 6 inches below the rim. Take the turkey out and measure the depth of the water with a ruler. Dry the turkey thoroughly afterward. 5 Dry the pot . It is extremely important to thoroughly wipe the pot dry with some kitchen roll. You must not leave any water in the pot as hot oil and water can be a very dangerous combination. 6 Add the oil . Pour the oil into the pot to the level where the water was. You should have somewhere between 3-5 inches of oil in the pot. Light your gas burner to a high setting and place the pot carefully down onto the burner plate. Place the thermometer into the oil and allow the oil to heat to a temperature of 350 F (175 C). The time it takes to heat to cooking temperatures varies. You should monitor the temperature throughout the heating and cooking process. Depending on your burner and outside conditions, the oil can heat up to dangerous levels very quickly. Put on a protective jacket/apron and gloves. You may also wish to put on safety goggles to keep oil from splashing in your eyes. 7 Check the temperature . Once the oil has reached 350 F (175 C), you're ready to fry. Make sure you have on your protective gloves and jacket when handling the turkey or working around the hot oil. With the metal hook attached to the wire loop handle of