Cajun Turkey Injection Marinade

Cajun, Sauces & Garnishes

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Easy Servings: 24 Source:

Ingredients

- 1 cup lemon juice

- 1/2 cup liquid crab boil

- 1/2 cup olive oil

- 1/2 cup butter

- 2 Tbsp onion powder

- 2 Tbsp garlic powder

- 2 Tbsp Cajun seasoning

- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce

- 1 tsp cayenne pepper

Description

Deep-fried turkey actually started as a Cajun dish and the first step is a delicious injection marinade. This traditional recipe is combined and then injected straight into the turkey. Make sure that you mix this marinade well before you load it into the needle. If you are deep-frying this turkey, make sure to wipe off any excess marinade before it hits the oil.

Directions

1. Place everything in a saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Stir and continue heating until the sauce has completely liquefied.

2. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.

3. Use while still warm enough to remain in a liquid state. Inject directly into the breast, leg, and thigh meat. Do this a few times to make sure the marinade is well dispersed throughout the turkey. Wipe away any excess that may leak out.

Nutrition

Guidelines (per serving)
85 Calories 8g Fat 2g Carbs 1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 24
Amount per serving
Calories 85
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 28mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Protein 1g
Calcium 8mg 1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.