This turkey brine recipe is the best around. Use before smoking or roasting your turkey to ensure juicy, flavorful results. My uncle gave me this recipe; he is an avid meat smoker.
Ingredients
- 2 gallonss water
- 1.5 cups canning salt
- 0.33 cups brown sugar
- 0.25 cups Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Mix water, salt, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and pepper together in a food-grade bucket or container large enough to hold your turkey.
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3
Place turkey in brine, making sure it is fully submerged.
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4
Cover and refrigerate. Soak for 12 to 24 hours before smoking or roasting.
Nutrition Facts
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