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Turkey Injector Marinade

Try this unconventional turkey seasoning method for the juiciest, tastiest turkey. Quick and easy, it makes a huge difference in the final results.
Makes about 1½ cups
Course seasoning
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 72kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter (or more if needed)
  • ¾ cup (178ml) chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon (.5g) ground bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon (.5g) ground thyme
  • ½ teaspoon (.5g) ground oregano
  • ½ teaspoon (.5g) ground sage
  • 1 tablespoon (36g) chicken bouillon powder
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) finely ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon (.5g) cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) paprika

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stir butter, chicken stock, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, onion and garlic powder, thyme, oregano, sage, chicken bouillon powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt until the butter is completely melted.
  • Remove the marinade from the heat and let it cool for 8-10 minutes (you don't want the butter to start solidifying, but you don't want to burn yourself either).
  • Draw in the marinade and fill the meat injector. Turn it needle-side up to release excess air that floats to the top.
  • Carefully inject small amounts of the marinade into different parts of the turkey. Let the turkey marinate in the fridge for up to 48 hours before cooking, though you can roast it immediately if desired.

Notes

  • Carefully mix the marinade before filling your syringe every time. Giving it a good mix will ensure an even distribution of the spices and herbs.
  • All the seasonings need to be finely ground, so you could give them a blitz in a spice grinder to be extra sure they're fine enough.
  • Heat leftover marinade to boiling if using for gravy to kill the bacteria from raw poultry.
  • Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 282IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.4mg