Ingredients

  • RUB
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 1/4 cup paprika
  • 1/4 cup ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cayenne powder
  • CAJUN INJECTION RECIPE (use 1/4 to 1/2 cup rub from above)
  • 12 -24 ounces bottled beer
  • 2 -3 bay leaves
  • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
  • 1 -2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup louisiana hot sauce (optional)

Method

  • Mix all rub ingredients together and apply ample quantities to the outside of the turkey. Let meat marinade for 8-24 hours.
  • Combine injection recipe ingredients including 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the rub; boil and reduce to 1 cup. Cool and strain mixture then inject into all areas of the turkey.
  • Fry turkey according to weight of bird and fryer instructions. DO NOT attempt this indoors or too close to a builidng.