Say goodbye to dry turkey and hello to a mouthwatering, flavorful bird with our easy and aromatic brine.
– Water – Kosher salt – Granulated sugar – Citrus (oranges, lemons, limes) – Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage) – Garlic – Onion
Ingredients
In a large pot, heat 1-2 gallons of water (depending on the size of your turkey) until it’s warm but not boiling. Stir in the kosher salt and sugar and simmer until dissolved.
Add the citrus quarters, garlic, and quartered onion. Then, add the thyme sprigs, rosemary, and sage leaves.
Stir mixture, then remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Place the turkey in a large food-safe brining bag or brining container. Pour the cooled brine over the turkey, ensuring it’s completely submerged.
Seal (or cover) the container and refrigerate the turkey for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight (up to 24 hours), to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
After brining, remove the turkey from the brine, rinse it well under cold water, and pat it dry. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
This simple turkey brine is our secret recipe for tender and juicy, moist turkey on Thanksgiving Day 🦃