Mighty Fine Turkey Brine

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 gallon cold water
• 1 cup kosher salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup black peppercorns
• 1/4 cup whole allspice berries
• 1/4 cup mustard seeds
• 1/4 cup coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1/2 orange, sliced
• 1/2 lemon, sliced

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large container (such as a bucket or stockpot), combine the water, salt, sugar, brown sugar, peppercorns, allspice berries, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, thyme, rosemary, onion, orange, and lemon. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
2. Place the turkey in the brine and weigh it down with a plate or lid to keep it submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours.

Nutritional Information:

Per 1 cup of brine:

• Calories: 20
• Sodium: 560mg
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Sugar: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy turkey
• Savory and flavorful
• Easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This brine was amazing! My turkey turned out so moist and flavorful."
• "I've tried turkey brine before, but this one was by far the best."
• "The spices and herbs in the brine really enhanced the flavor of the turkey."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not use iodized salt, as it can give the turkey a bitter taste.
• If you don't have a large enough container to brine the turkey, you can divide it into two or three smaller containers.
• Make sure the turkey is completely submerged in the brine.
• Do not brine the turkey for more than 24 hours, as it can become too salty.
• Rinse the turkey thoroughly with cold water before cooking.