I ended up not canning the turkey cause we started just eating from it and didn’t have enough left to warrant canning it 😅 #canning #pressurecooking #frozenturkey #homecooked #alaska
Cooking frozen turkey in a pressure cooker is a real game-changer, especially when you want a quick, delicious meal without the hassle of thawing. From my experience, using the guideline of 5 minutes per pound of turkey under pressure yields perfectly cooked meat every time. For example, a 9-pound frozen turkey would need about 45 minutes. Adding aromatic vegetables like celery, carrots, and onions along with a bit of broth or water enhances the flavor and creates a rich broth that’s perfect for soups or gravies. One tip I found helpful is to let the pressure release naturally before opening the cooker—it keeps the meat tender and juicy. Also, separating the meat from the bones after cooking is easier with this method because the meat falls off effortlessly due to the pressure. I usually strain the broth carefully and freeze it in portions, which is very handy for later use. I initially considered canning the turkey and broth for long-term storage, but since most of it was eaten right away, I ended up freezing the leftovers instead—both methods work well depending on how much you have. Cooking frozen turkey this way has saved me time and made meal prep much smoother, especially in off-grid settings where fuel efficiency matters. If you’re cooking turkey from frozen and want to keep things simple and flavorful, the pressure cooker method is definitely worth trying, especially with the added veggies and broth to boost the taste and nutrition.




























































