Altho it is sorta a tradition in Cajun country,most cooks claim a far superior result by brining with something like Smokin'Okie's brines.
A longtime member of our forum and a top comp cook has a well known injection which also contains another forum member's bbq rub.
I have used both for over a decade with good results.
You can google the rub ingredients.
Scotties Creole Butter
Time 20 minutesServes 3Ingredients
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1 can beer of choice
1 pound butter
1 tablespoon Big Time BBQ Rub (or your favorite rub)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon freshly ground white pepper
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon freshly and finely ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne
How to make it
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Melt the butter in saucepan.
Add the beer and spices.
Mix well.
Let cool, then inject