Ensure your stockpot is non-reactive (stainless steel or enamel-coated) to prevent off-flavors from developing. For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches a safe internal temperature during roasting. If you are short on refrigerator space, you can use a cooler filled with ice, ensuring the turkey remains consistently cold throughout the brining process. Brining times vary depending on the size of the bird. A general rule is 1 hour per pound of turkey.
Orange Turkey Brine
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING1 People
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VIEWS226
Infuse your Thanksgiving turkey with a burst of citrusy brightness! This vibrant brine guarantees a moist, flavorful bird that will have your guests raving.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate177 g
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Fiber17 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium91282 mg
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Sugar143 g
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large, non-reactive stockpot, combine water, orange juice concentrate, kosher salt, orange slices, lemon slices, lime slices, dried thyme, ground black pepper, crushed garlic cloves, and bay leaves. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring until the salt is completely dissolved. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Remove the stockpot from the heat and allow the brine to cool completely to room temperature. This is crucial for food safety. (1-2 hours)
04 Step
Recipe View Once cooled, thoroughly rinse the turkey (with giblets removed) under cold running water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the turkey, breast-side down, into the cooled brine, ensuring the entire turkey is submerged. You may need to weigh it down with a plate or a sealed bag of ice to keep it fully immersed. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Carefully transfer the stockpot with the brining turkey to the refrigerator. Brine for a minimum of 8 hours, and up to 48 hours, depending on the size of your turkey. (8-48 hours)
06 Step
Recipe View Remove the turkey from the brine. Discard the brine. Rinse the turkey thoroughly inside and out with cold water and pat dry before roasting. (5 minutes)
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Reva Jacobs
Oct 19, 2024This brine made the most amazing turkey I've ever tasted! The citrus flavor was subtle but definitely present and the meat was incredibly moist.
Janet Bergnaum
Apr 14, 2024I used this brine on a smaller turkey (about 12 pounds) and brined it for 12 hours. It was perfect!
Rahsaan West
Mar 5, 2024Definitely allow enough time for the brine to cool completely. I rushed it once and it didn't turn out as well.
Matteo Wisoky
Oct 29, 2023I was a little hesitant about the orange juice, but I'm so glad I tried this! My family raved about how delicious the turkey was.
Alanis Runolfsdottir
Oct 5, 2023The citrus aroma while the turkey was cooking was heavenly!