Can anyone suggest good spices and seasoning to inject into a turkey before baking?

Question

I would like to bake the turkey instead of frying but I want to inject it with different spices any sugguestions?

Answer 1

pepper,salt, fresh garlic, rosemary and tyme and butter make a paste out of it all then inject it ,

Answer 2

You're best bet... Don't inject anything. Disregard outright what others say about basting, or injecting, or long, slow cooking. I've experimented with many different techniques and have found that the best solution is brining. The science of it is conclusive and you can look it up for any of the nay-sayers out there. Salt, pepper, garlic, brown sugar, fresh herbs in a turkey broth solution makes a great brine. Submerge the turkey in the mixture for 24 hours and cook at high temp for a shorter time to lock the taste and liquids in. Keep the oven closed (very minimal or no basting). It's the most juicy and flavorful, guaranteed.

Answer 3

heat some olive oil in a skillet. add minced garlic, finely chopped onion, powdered sage, thyme. heat this over med.-low for at least 1 half hour (longer is better). dont use high heat or allow it to sizzle or fry. let the herbs simmer gently and marinate in the oil. then, gently and slowly tip the skillet so that the oil moves to one side while the herbs stay at the other side. setting one edge of the skillet bottom on an upside -down saucer works good. let the oil gather then use the syringe or a baster to collect it and inject or baste. a recipe i use is: 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 cloves minced garlic; 1/2 small onion finely chopped; 1 teaspoon powdered sage; 1 teaspoon dehydrated thyme leaves. Remember you can experiment with different herbs but keep in mind that the following herbs and spices do not compliment poultry: basil, anise, fennel, dill. most complimentary are: garlic, onions, sage, thyme, oregano, curry.

Answer 4

I personally like chicken (or turkey) broth with fine ground Italian seasoning, black pepper and garlic mixed in... You might consider marinade along the same line... I would be careful and use low sodium broth, since sodium (salt) has a tendency to dry the meat...Also, if you can, cook the turkey sloooooowwwer... Less moisture loss, more tender...

Answer 5

I would suggest trying a marinade. I cooked a turkey using Garlic N Herb marinade and i injected it into the turkey. It turned out great! Not only was it nice and juciy but it also had flavor to it. you can also try garlic salt, galic powder, chipolte seasoning, paper salt, tea spoon of lime juice and chopped onion or chopped garlic.

Answer 6

Lasy year I enjected my turkey with melted butter with salt pepper it was good Maybe try that but if your looking for a healthier aproach Then I have no idea cause Thanksgiving is the one day you can eat too much and not feel guilty lol Happy Thanksgiving

Answer 7

My favorite is a mix of, melted butter, plenty of garlic, and any dried seasonings you prefer.
Here are some helpful hints for seasonings:
Cayenne pepper gives you spice
Paprika gives you smokey flavor
Fennel gives you a licorice flavor
Thyme gives you a lemony flavor
Cummin gives a mild, smokey flavor
Dried herbs give it a fresh kind of flavor.
Play around with it, don't be shy. My father always tought me, you can't really go wrong with a maranade.

Answer 8

put basil leaves under the skin. Inject it with garlic... don't get too many flavours going or they will taste confusing. Good Luck!

Answer 9

M-m-m-m-m garlic and butter.