I have a Fireboard 2 Pro with the type K probes. Going to fry a turkey this year. Anybody got an opinion about those meat probes holding up in submerged oil? I would assume they are rated for it and that Fireboard would tell me they will hold up fine. But in reality is that the case?
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The definition of ASSUME; Make an ASS out of U and ME
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I don't think Fireboard would recommend them for that use case. From their FAQ:Attached FilesComment
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Yeah the k-probes can take high heat, but no BBQ probes I'm aware of can be submerged. There's a different type of probe for that. Honestly with fried turkey I've never had one undercooked when following timing charts, and even slightly overcooked when fried doesn't matter.Comment
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I’m in the I wouldn’t advise that camp. If you are uncertain of internal temp. Pop it out and check it in a few locations.Comment
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Don't do it......
...oh sorry that was a frozen turkey into hot oil. Save the probe for another day and application !!!Comment
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If you have a long probe, can't you just insert it from above and keep the connection to the wire out of the oil? I can't imagine having it in the bird is any different whether the bird is in a smoker, grill or in oil.
Thermoworks makes a 12" probe. I'm not sure if they are compatible with the Fireboard. I didn't see one that long at the Fireboard site.
Last edited by IdahoJim; November 8, 2021, 11:54 AM.Comment
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I'm in the "There's only one way to find out" camp. Not with my probes, of course, but I'm perfectly willing to see what happens with your probes!
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I use mine every time i deep fry the turkey, it works fine.Comment
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Thermoworks makes what you are looking for. It has a 12" shaft. I think K types are all standard and should work, but I'd call Thermoworks to check, and they might have a better suggestion.
And I wouldn't insert the probe until the oil settles down...Comment
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