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Brining Kit Instructions
Elevate your holiday turkey with this simple yet effective citrus and herb brining recipe. Combining savory turkey base, sweet brown sugar, and aromatic herbs, this brine guarantees a moist and flavorful turkey. Fresh oranges and peppercorns add a delightful zest, ensuring your turkey stands out as the star of any festive gathering. Follow these straightforward steps to infuse your turkey with rich flavors and ensure every slice is perfectly seasoned.
Ingredients
¼ cup turkey base
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup kosher salt
1 orange
1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
Variety of poultry herbs
1 sock
1 plastic bag
You will also need
1 pitcher warm water
1 pitcher cold water
1 large container (bucket) with lid
Instructions
Place the plastic bag into a large container. Pour in the warm water then add the base. Wisk the base until it dissolves. Add the brown sugar and salt.
Cut the orange in ½ and add the herbs and peppercorns into the sock. Tie the sock closed at the top. Squeeze the orange slices as you place the stuffed sock into the bottom of the bag.
Place the turkey into the bag then top with ice and cold water. Stir everything together and seal the bag shut. Close the container and put into a fridge for 24 hours.
When the brining is complete you can remove the turkey from the bag in order the roast.