A self-basting turkey has been injected with salt and other flavorings to promote moistness when cooking. Self-basting turkeys are typically labeled as containing a solution of water, sodium and other ingredients. Do not open the oven too frequently to take the turkey's temperature.

What does self-basting turkey means?

adjective. (of a turkey) prepared with oil or butter to remain moist when cooked in an oven.

Can you inject a self-basting turkey?

We tried wet-brining, dry-brining, and injection-brining techniques before landing on self-basting as the best method. To keep sodium down, we found that injecting the bird with fat and seasoned liquid gives you the most flavor and juiciest meat.