How long does it take to thaw a 13 pound turkey?

By Laura S. Harris
Jan 6, 2021

Cold Water Thawing Change water every 30 minutes and if turkey cannot be completely covered, rotate every 30 minutes to keep the turkey chilled. Estimate a minimum thawing time of 30 minutes per lb of turkey.

When should I take my turkey out of the freezer?

Here is a general rule of thumb on when to move your turkey from the freezer to the refrigerator, according to the USDA:. 4 to 12 pounds — 1 to 3 days. 12 to 16 pounds — 3 to 4 days. 16 to 20 pounds — 4 to 5 days. 20 to 24 pounds —5 to 6 days.

How do you thaw out a turkey fast?

The fastest way to thaw a turkey By submerging it in ice water, even a 24-pound bird can be defrosted in just 12 hours (Thermoworks says to count on about 8 hours for a 15-pounder). There are a couple of ways to go about this: First, you could thaw the turkey in your sink.

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References

• www.butterball.com (Dec 21, 2020) How To Thaw A Frozen Turkey | Butterball®
• www.koaa.com (Nov 21, 2019) What to do if you forgot to thaw your turkey - KOAA.com
• www.epicurious.com (Nov 12, 2020) How to Safely Thaw a Turkey, Fast or Slow - Epicurious