EASY ROASTED DRY-BRINED TURKEY
Dry-brining a turkey ensures a moist and seasoned bird that also takes up less space in the refrigerator than a wet-brined one. Don't dry-brine a kosher (previously salted) turkey; the result will be too salty.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Time P1DT4h
Yield Serves 8 to 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Combine salt and pepper. Rub 2 tablespoons salt mixture evenly inside body cavity, then rub remainder all over outside of bird. Tuck wings under turkey and wrap in plastic wrap, or place in an oven bag, pressing out all air. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet; refrigerate 24 hours.
- Remove plastic from turkey; let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Preheat oven to 425 degrees with rack in lower third. Rinse turkey inside and out; pat dry with paper towels. Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack set in a roasting pan. Tie drumsticks together with kitchen twine. Pour 1 cup water into pan and roast turkey 1 hour.
- Remove turkey from oven and check temperature. A thermometer inserted in breast should read 165 degrees. If it doesn't, continue to roast turkey up to 30 minutes more, checking temperature every 10 minutes. Transfer to a carving board and let rest at least 45 minutes and up to 1 hour before carving. If making turkey gravy, use only 2 tablespoons of defatted drippings (they're much saltier from a brined bird).
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Ahosan Kobir
[email protected]This was my first time making a turkey and it turned out perfectly. Thanks for the great recipe!
Peter Wilmot
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and produces a delicious turkey. I highly recommend it.
Soul Snxper
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, and this one is definitely the best. The dry brine makes a big difference - the turkey is so moist and flavorful.
nigel porter
[email protected]I made this recipe for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success. The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy.
Nasir Shimul
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The turkey was the best I've ever had.
Keddy Wambui
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The turkey was so flavorful and juicy.
Bassma Elbatawy
[email protected]This was my first time cooking a turkey and I'm so glad I used this recipe. It was easy to follow and the turkey was delicious.
Mamnun Rahman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey turned out beautifully. My family loved it!
Mohsin Writes
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The turkey was perfectly cooked and the gravy was amazing.
Padam Kc
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The turkey is always juicy and delicious.
Muhammad Harun ur Rashid
[email protected]This is my new go-to turkey recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.
Adrieane Fry
[email protected]The turkey was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved the crispy skin and flavorful meat.
Sanni Dev mallah
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and produces a delicious turkey. I especially appreciated the tips on how to carve the turkey.
joseph marigwa
[email protected]I've tried many turkey recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The dry brine really makes a difference - the turkey was so moist and tender. I'll definitely be making this again next year.
Andine Engelbrecht
[email protected]This roasted dry-brined turkey was a game-changer for my Thanksgiving dinner. The brining process made the turkey incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. My guests raved about it!