How to Make Incredible Turkey Brine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brining is a culinary technique that involves soaking meat in a saltwater solution before cooking. This process not only helps to infuse the meat with flavor, but it also helps to tenderize and moisten the meat, resulting in a more delicious and juicy finished product. When it comes to preparing a succulent and flavorful turkey, brining is undoubtedly the way to go.

One of the most incredible turkey brines out there is a concoction that combines the perfect balance of salt, sugar, her...

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Ingredients

  • 2 gallons water
  • 1 ¼ cups kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 ½ teaspoons whole allspice berries (Optional)
  • 1 bay leaf

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 34 servings

  • Stir water, salt, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, thyme, rosemary, peppercorns, allspice berries, and bay leaf together in a large pot; bring to a boil. Set aside to cool completely before brining turkey.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 114785mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 97g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 78g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 445mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 899mg