Turkey Injection Sauce with Honey Herbs and Spice
Elevate your Thanksgiving or holiday feast with this irresistible Turkey Injection Sauce with Honey, Herbs, and Spice! Designed to infuse your turkey with bold, mouthwatering flavors, this easy-to-make injection sauce combines the richness of low-sodium broth and melted butter with the sweetness of honey and the aromatic essence of fresh rosemary and thyme. A medley of spices like garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne pepper adds depth and a subtle kick, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brings a bright, tangy finish. Perfect for ensuring your turkey stays juicy and tender, this sauce doubles as a flavorful baste during roasting. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s your secret weapon for a perfectly seasoned main course that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chicken or turkey broth (low sodium)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the chicken or turkey broth and butter. Heat over medium-low heat until the butter is fully melted, stirring occasionally.
Add the honey, finely chopped rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to let the flavors meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Let the injection sauce cool slightly and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any herb pieces, which could clog the injector needle.
Fill your meat injector with the sauce and carefully inject it into various parts of the turkey, focusing on the breasts, thighs, and drumsticks for even flavor distribution.
Use any remaining sauce to baste the turkey while roasting if desired.
Ensure the turkey is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) at its thickest part before serving. Enjoy a moist and flavorful turkey!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.9 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 199 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
