Best 6 Apple Brine For Steak Recipes

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Apple brine for steak is a flavorful and tenderizing marinade that adds a subtle sweetness and tang to your favorite cuts of steak. Made with a combination of apple cider, brown sugar, herbs, and spices, this brine infuses the steak with moisture and helps break down the tough fibers, resulting in a juicy and flavorful steak that is perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. Whether you are a seasoned steak lover or a novice cook looking to expand your culinary skills, this apple brine is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their steak-cooking game.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED APPLE BRINED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups apple juice
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
5 rib end pork chops, about 1 1/2 pounds
1 tablespoon grill seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, add 1 cup of water, apple juice, pepper, salt, sugar and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer making sure to stir occasionally to dissolve the salt and sugar. Remove from heat and add to a large bowl with 2 cups of ice.
  • Once the brined has cooled add pork chops. Brine for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Remove pork from brine, rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Heat grill or grill pan over medium heat. Sprinkle 1 side of the pork chops with 1/2 the grill seasoning. Place chops on hot oiled grill, seasoned side down. Sprinkle the topside with remaining grill seasoning. Grill chops for 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

APPLE BRINE FOR TURKEY THE NIGHT BEFORE COOKING



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I have used this recipe for many years. It makes a turkey fall-apart moist every time.

Provided by Godiva Goddess

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 quarts apple juice
1 gallon cold water
1 cup kosher salt
6 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
5 pounds ice cubes

Steps:

  • Line a cooler with a large food safe bag. Combine the apple juice, water, and salt in the bag; stir until the salt is dissolved; add the garlic.
  • To use: Lie your turkey into the brine with the breast-side down; add more water to submerge turkey completely if needed. Pour the ice over the turkey. Seal the bag and close the cooler; allow to sit overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7611.2 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

APPLE BRINE



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Brining is a great way to make a lean cut of pork juicier. The sugar in the brine caramelizes on the surface of the pork when grilled. Yummy! Great grilled as is, or use with recipe #318386. Cooking time is marinating time. From Dinosaur Bar B Q.

Provided by princessmommie

Categories     Pork

Time 8h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart water
1 quart apple juice
1/2 cup kosher salt
1 cup maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns
3 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced in half and seeded
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Dump all the ingredients into a large saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 15 minutes. Strain the brine into a bowl, cool to room temperature, and then chill completely in the fridge before using.
  • Add chops to the brine and let them marinate in the refrigerator for 8 to 12 hours. Pull them out and dry them off before grilling, or using in a recipe.
  • Makes enough for 4-6 pounds of pork.

APPLE BRINE (FOR STEAK)



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Categories     Beef     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Healthy

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients:
4 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Worchestershire Sauce
1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
1 Cup CIder or Apple Juice
4 Tbsp. Molasses
3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
1 Sprig Fresh Basil
2 Tsp. Salt
2 Tsp. Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 Tsp. Dried Tarrago (or 4 Tbsp. Fresh Tarragon)
3 Tbsp. Crushed Garlic
1 Small Onion, thinly sliced
1 Lb. Steak (Ribeyes or Strip Steaks preferred)

Steps:

  • Directions: Whisk together the olive oil, Worchestershire, vinegar, apple juice, molasses, and lemon juice. Crush basil slightly with your hands, then add to the apple juice mixture. Stir in salt, pepper, tarragon, garlic, and onion. Pour mixture into a food storage bag that has been placed in a shallow pan (in case of leaks). Add steaks and seal bag. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally. Remove steaks from brine and pat dry. Grill, boil, or saute as desired. Type of Meat/Cut: Steak

STEVE'S APPLE BRINE FOR TURKEY



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An apple brine not only adds flavor to the meat, it adds moisture through osmosis. This moisture will prevent the meat from drying out while slow-roasting for many hours.

Provided by Steve Brown

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup dried rosemary
¼ cup ground thyme
2 tablespoons rubbed sage
4 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 gallon boiling water
1 pound kosher salt
1 gallon cold apple juice

Steps:

  • Place rosemary, thyme, sage, bay leaves, and black pepper into a cloth spice bag.
  • Combine water and salt in a stock pot; stir until salt dissolves. Bring to a boil, place spice bag into water, and simmer until flavors combine, about 20 minutes. Cool to room temperature, at least 1 hour.
  • Pour cold apple juice into cold spice mixture and stir until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1964.3 calories, Carbohydrate 484.3 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 18.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 181849.4 mg, Sugar 430.2 g

MEAN CHEF'S APPLE BRINE



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Make and share this Mean Chef's Apple Brine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bekah

Categories     Apple

Time 50m

Yield 6 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 quarts apple juice
1 lb brown sugar
1 cup kosher salt
3 quarts water
3 oranges, quartered
4 ounces fresh ginger, thinly sliced
15 whole cloves
6 bay leaves
6 garlic cloves, crushed

Steps:

  • bring apple juice, sugar and salt to a boil over high heat, skim foam, let cool to room temperature.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Brine turkey for 24 hours.
  • Quantity is sufficient for a 14 pound turkey.

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality steak for the best results. Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have good marbling.
  • Make sure the steak is completely thawed before cooking. If the steak is frozen, it will not cook evenly.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the steak against the grain. This will help the steak to cook more evenly and tender.
  • Do not overcook the steak. A medium-rare steak is ideal for most cuts of meat.
  • Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.

Conclusion:

Apple cider brine is a great way to add flavor and tenderness to steak. The brine helps to break down the proteins in the meat, resulting in a more tender steak. The apple cider also adds a subtle sweetness and tartness to the steak. This is a simple and easy recipe that can be used with any type of steak. Next time you're looking for a flavorful and tender steak, give apple cider brine a try.

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