BOURBON & ORANGE BRINED TURKEY RECIPE - (3.7/5)
Provided by ruhroh
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- MAKE THE BRINE: In a large stockpot or other container large enough to hold the turkey and brine, combine the water, bourbon, salt, brown sugar, orange wedges (squeeze each wedge to release the juice), bay leaves, peppercorns, and cinnamon stick. Stir to dissolve the salt and sugar. Add the turkey to the brine, breast-side down, weighting it with resealable plastic bags filled with ice or cold water. Refrigerate the turkey and brine for 24 hours. When ready to cook, drain the turkey and discard the brine. Blot the turkey dry with paper towels and knock off any solid bits of spices. Remove any large gobbets of fat at the front of the main cavity. Put the orange wedges and herbs in the main cavity. Tie the legs together with butcher's string and fold the wings behind the back. Combine the butter and Grand Marnier, if using, and coat the outside of the turkey. Start your grill, oven or roaster - set to 350°F. Roast the turkey until it is deeply browned, the skin is crisp, and the internal temperature of the thickest part of a thigh is 165°F when read on an instant-read meat thermometer. If deep frying - heat oil to 375°F. When lowering the turkey into the oil it is recommended to turn off the burner. Once turkey is fully submersed light the burner and cook maintaining 350°F oil temperature. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per pound. Internal temperature should be 165 to 170°F in the breast, 175 to 180°F in the thigh. Remove and let grease drain. Set on paper towel to rest for 15 minutes.
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Malaiya Henderson
hendersonm@yahoo.comThis was the best turkey I've ever had!
Gurung Gam
g_g@hotmail.co.ukOverall, this was a great recipe.
Magdalana Onate
m-o@yahoo.comI found the cooking time to be a bit long.
Puza Budhaprithee
budhaprithee-puza@aol.comThis turkey was a bit too salty for my taste.
Leo Tygon
tygon.l@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine made the meat so juicy and flavorful.
aqib zaman
aqib-z@gmail.comThis turkey was delicious! The brine really helped to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
Koleosho Sherifat
koleoshosherifat4@gmail.comThis turkey was a hit! Everyone loved it. The meat was so tender and the flavor was incredible.
Carly Martin
m47@gmail.comThis turkey was amazing! The meat was so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Tasnimul Hasan
t-h9@hotmail.comThis was the best turkey I've ever had! I'll definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.
Enjoy All Time
e.time@gmail.comOverall, this was a great recipe. The turkey was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend it.
Maya Jirel
jirelmaya71@yahoo.comI found the cooking time to be a bit long. I think I'll cook the turkey for a shorter amount of time next time.
Mdparbej Aalam
aalamm@yahoo.comThis turkey was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt in the brine next time.
Eren Say
e89@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The brine made the meat so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Rustam Rkf
rkf_rustam71@yahoo.comThis turkey was delicious! The brine really helped to keep the meat moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Amire Amire
amire_amire@gmail.comI've been making this turkey recipe for years and it never disappoints. The brine makes the meat so flavorful and juicy. My family loves this recipe.
neville hylton
nevilleh69@yahoo.comI made this turkey for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The meat was so tender and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.
kasun Kasun
kasun-k@hotmail.comThis was my first time brining a turkey, and I was so glad I did. The turkey was so moist and juicy. I will definitely be doing this again.
Dawn Wagstaff
d_wagstaff@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and my turkey turned out amazing! The brine really made a difference in the flavor of the meat. I will definitely be making this again.
Thalapathi Rasigan
rt@aol.comThis bourbon orange brined turkey was the best turkey I've ever had. The meat was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again for Thanksgiving.