Turkey Brine Recipe: Juicy and Flavorful
Aromatic Turkey Brine for a juicy holiday roast.
Ingredients
- 1 gallon of water divided
- 1 cup kosher salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp fresh sage
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- 1 onion quartered
- Optional: Parsley citrus slices
- Suggested Pairings: Roasted vegetables white wine
Instructions
- Heat 4 cups of water, salt, and sugar until dissolved, for 5-7 minutes.
- Add remaining water, peppercorns, bay leaves, herbs, citrus, garlic, and onion; cool completely.
- Submerge turkey in brine; chill for 12-24 hours.
- Rinse turkey, pat dry, and roast as desired.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with parsley, vegetables, and wine.
Notes
- Use kosher salt; rinse turkey well.
- Store brine in the fridge for 1 week; freeze for 3 months.
- Try a citrus variation.
- Pair with mashed potatoes.