Flavor Injector

bigredq · December 2010

I picked up a flavor injector (big hypodermic needle) at Williams Sonoma on a whim. They are rumored to provide the equivalent of marinating, basting etc. by various sources. Has anyone used one of these? Does anyone have any good injection mixture recipes, tips, etc?

hornhonk · December 2010

Is it one with holes on the side or like a regular needle?

Little Steven · December 2010

bigredq,

Did it come with more than one tip? Be real careful if it has multiple holes as you draw it out. You can really make a mess of the kitchen ceiling :laugh:

Steve

bigredq · December 2010

It has one sharp metal needle about 3 1/2" long, with a 3 tablespoon capacity. If your doctor pulled this thing out, it would scare you to death!

NibbleMeThis · December 2010

For poultry, I still prefer brining to injections, but don't always have the time to brine. For birds, I like equal parts of butter/honey/white wine. Simmer about 1/3rd cup each with a sprig of rosemary. Cool slightly and inject.

For pork butts, I like Chris Lilly's pork shoulder injection but I don't find that it is necessary.

3/4 cup apple juice
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup salt
2 tablespoons Worcestershire

thirdeye · December 2010

Sure I use injectable marinades, injectable brines and flavor liquids (like a jazzed up beef or chicken broth) all the time. I even

my Thanksgiving prime rib roast with an au jus about 40 minutes before serving.

You can buy a lot of injections at the grocery store, a few can be found on my Injection page.

http://playingwithfireandsmoke.blogspot.com/1999/05/injections.html

Here is my newest toy. I should be able to shoot anything from a shrimp to a buffalo with this bad boy.

eenie meenie · December 2010

LS, :laugh: :laugh: :woohoo: , Oh wait a minute

Little Steven · December 2010

SmokeyPitt · December 2010

Thats what she said.

bigredq · December 2010

Thanks for the reply and the link to your site, it's just what I was looking for. Do you have to obtain a license or medical training for your new toy/ injection system? It looks very serious!

thirdeye · December 2010

Heheee. As far as I know, there are no restrictions... other than your imagination.

Hoss · December 2010

If the holes are not in the side of the injection needle you will get worms. :ohmy: Plugs of meat clogging the needle.

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