**Mama Bevier's Fried Turkey Injection: A Flavorful Twist to Your Thanksgiving Feast**
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course, delicious food. For many, the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table is the turkey. But why settle for a bland, dry bird when you can elevate your feast with a flavorful twist? Enter Mama Bevier's fried turkey injection, a secret recipe that promises to infuse your turkey with a symphony of herbs, spices, and savory goodness. This innovative technique not only enhances the taste of the turkey but also ensures a moist and succulent texture that will leave your guests craving for more. With step-by-step instructions and additional tips, this article provides everything you need to master this culinary delight. Additionally, discover variations of the injection marinade, including a spicy Cajun injection and a tangy citrus injection, to cater to different taste preferences. Get ready to impress your loved ones with a Thanksgiving turkey that's bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.
TURKEY INJECTED WITH RANCH DRESSING
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the mayonnaise, milk, parsley, dill, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, garlic salt and pepper in a blender and process until smooth, about 2 minutes. Measure out 3/4 cup of the ranch dressing and set the remainder aside for serving at the table.
- Fill a turkey injector with the 3/4 cup ranch dressing and inject 2 tablespoons of the dressing into each thigh of the turkey, 1 tablespoon into each drumstick and 3 tablespoons into each breast. Let the turkey stand at room temperature for 30 minute to let the dressing soak into the meat. Discard any of the unused ranch dressing in the injector (it has been in contact with the raw turkey).
- Mix together the olive oil and melted butter in a small bowl. Brush the turkey with the oil mixture and then sprinkle with salt.
- Preheat an oil-less fryer for cooking (alternatively, follow oven-roasting directions below). Place the turkey breast-side up in the fryer with the legs in the deepest part. Cook the turkey until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast reaches 160 degrees F, about 2 hours. (The breast cooks slower than the legs in the oil-less fryer; carryover cooking will cook it the rest of the way through.) Remove the basket insert with the turkey and let the bird rest at least 30 minutes over a roasting pan. Remove the turkey from the basket, carefully dislodging any parts of the turkey that are touching the basket so the skin does not tear. Carve the turkey and serve with the reserved ranch dressing or gravy.
- Alternatively, roast the turkey in the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Inject the turkey with the dressing as directed above and set it in a roasting pan. Roast, basting every 30 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted in the thigh reaches 160 degrees F, about 3 hours (the carryover cooking will cook it the rest of the way through). Transfer to a carving board and let rest 30 minutes before carving.
PERFECTLY PAIRED TURKEY INJECTION MARINADE AND RUB
This delicious marinade paired with the rub gives your turkey just the right amount of flavor while helping to make it melt-in-your-mouth tender and juicy. Great for deep frying or just plain old roasting.
Provided by my4teengirls
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 12h50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Stir chicken broth, lemon juice, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 clove garlic, mustard powder, and ginger together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate marinade for flavors to blend, about 30 minutes.
- Mix 1 cup softened butter, rosemary, thyme, and 2 cloves garlic together in a bowl until rub is evenly combined.
- Separate skin from the meat of the turkey by running your hand under the skin to separate. Spoon rub mixture evenly under the skin in several different parts of the turkey.
- Pour marinade into a meat injector and inject the meatiest parts of turkey with marinade, changing the angle of the needle several times.
- Brush turkey with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; place in roasting pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate turkey for 12 to 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 800.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 316 mg, Fat 50 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 81.4 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 440.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
DEEP FRIED TURKEY INJECTION - BUTTER CREOLE
Found this on the 'net'. Needed a cajun butter recipe on a minutes notice! Was the best deep fried turkey I have had!
Provided by Scibba
Categories Sauces
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter slowly as not to burn.
- Add rest of ingredients and mix well.
- (I place in a covered bowl and shake vigorously).
- Inject into your turkey and allow to sit for one hour or more before deep frying.
- HINT: We were cooking the turkey while camping, and decided to leave it in the bag to inject it, so it would not be so messy!
- It worked great!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.8, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 48.8, Sodium 1558, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.4
Tips:
- Make sure your turkey is completely thawed before injecting it. This will ensure that the marinade is evenly distributed throughout the turkey.
- Use a sharp knife to make small incisions in the turkey. This will help the marinade to penetrate the meat.
- Inject the marinade slowly and evenly into the turkey. Be sure to inject the marinade into the breast, thighs, and legs.
- Cover the turkey and refrigerate it for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours. This will allow the marinade to flavor the turkey.
- When you are ready to cook the turkey, remove it from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will help the turkey to cook evenly.
- Cook the turkey according to the recipe instructions. Be sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Conclusion:
Mama Bevier's Fried Turkey Injection is a delicious and flavorful way to add moisture and flavor to your Thanksgiving turkey. This marinade is made with a combination of butter, olive oil, garlic, thyme, sage, and rosemary. The marinade is injected into the turkey, which helps to distribute the flavor throughout the meat. The turkey is then fried until it is golden brown and crispy. This recipe is sure to be a hit at your next Thanksgiving dinner.
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