Wet Brine For Turkey
Serves: 3
Madilyn Boehm
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
48
Spice
46
Sweetness
46
Sourness
46
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.9
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
In a heavy large stockpot, combine the salt and water, and stir to dissolve
2
Place the turkey inside 1 heavy-duty brining bag or a double layer of oven-roasting bags and place inside a large roasting pan or extra-large bowl to guard against leaks or spills
3
Carefully pour the brine into the brining bag then squeeze as much air as possible out of the bag, and use a twist tie or rubber band to seal the bag closed
4
Arrange the pan or bowl in the refrigerator, preferably near the bottom, and let brine at least 8 (and up to 18) hours
5
For best results, turn the turkey every 6 to 8 hours, so it brines evenly
6
After at least 8 (and up to 18) hours, remove the turkey from the brine, draining off any excess
7
If you'd like, give the turkey a quick rinse under cool water
8
Dry the turkey thoroughly then let it sit for an hour or so at room temperature before roasting according to your favorite recipe
9
In a heavy large stockpot, combine the salt and water, and stir to dissolve
10
Place the turkey inside 1 heavy-duty brining bag or a double layer of oven-roasting bags and place inside a large roasting pan or extra-large bowl to guard against leaks or spills
11
Carefully pour the brine into the brining bag then squeeze as much air as possible out of the bag, and use a twist tie or rubber band to seal the bag closed
12
Arrange the pan or bowl in the refrigerator, preferably near the bottom, and let brine at least 8 (and up to 18) hours
13
For best results, turn the turkey every 6 to 8 hours, so it brines evenly
14
After at least 8 (and up to 18) hours, remove the turkey from the brine, draining off any excess
15
If you'd like, give the turkey a quick rinse under cool water
16
Dry the turkey thoroughly then let it sit for an hour or so at room temperature before roasting according to your favorite recipe