Allow approximately 3 to 5 minutes per pound cooking time. Check turkey with a meat thermometer. Remove turkey from the oil and drain oil from the cavity. Place the bird on paper towels and let it rest about twenty minutes before carving. A 12-14 pound turkey is the maximum size most microwaves can accommodate.
Uneven cooking can occur.
Stuffing a turkey to be microwaved is not recommended. Allow 3 inches oven clearance on top and 2-3 inches of space around the bird. The use of oven cooking bags allows more even cooking. Turkey parts may be cooked in a dish with a tight cover or a cover with a vented top. Rotate the bird during cooking to insure even cooking.