Turkey Brine
A simple and effective brine to make your turkey incredibly juicy and flavorful.
Ingredients
Brine Ingredients
- 1 gallon Water
- 0.5 cup Kosher Salt
- 0.5 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 each Bay Leaves
- 1 tablespoon Black Peppercorns
- 3 cloves Garlic crushed
- 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
Instructions
Brining Instructions
- In a large pot, combine 1 gallon of water, kosher salt, and brown sugar. Heat gently, stirring until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and let the brine cool slightly. Stir in the bay leaves, peppercorns, crushed garlic, and rosemary.
- Once the brine has cooled to room temperature, pour it into a large container or brining bag. Submerge your turkey in the brine, ensuring it is completely covered. If necessary, add more water to cover the turkey. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
- Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse it thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry completely with paper towels.
Notes
For best results, use a food-grade container that can hold the turkey and brine. Make sure the turkey is fully submerged.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!