JUICY TWO-STAGE THANKSGIVING TURKEY MARINADE
This recipe has two different marinades that are started on Tuesday morning. This is a marinade recipe only, and makes a pre-Thanksgiving marinade for a juicy turkey with lots of flavor.
Provided by jaclynfarr
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time P2DT25m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- On the Tuesday morning before Thanksgiving, whisk together salt, orange juice, brown sugar, a cinnamon stick and water in a large nonreactive container with a cover, such as a large stainless steel stockpot. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve, about 5 minutes. Place the turkey into the brine, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, remove turkey from the first marinade, shake off excess, and pat the bird dry. Discard the brine. Clean the stockpot or brining container.
- In the clean stockpot, make the marinade by stirring together together sliced oranges, sliced lemons, onion, green bell pepper, parsley, cloves, garlic powder, cinnamon sticks, paprika, olive oil, and pepper. Place the turkey into the stockpot and rub the marinade into the turkey. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- On Thanksgiving Day, remove turkey from the marinade and shake off the excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Roast the turkey using your favorite method.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 267.6 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 93.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 238.1 mg, Sugar 19.8 g
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Twe Augustine
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe! I'm always looking for new ways to make my Thanksgiving turkey even better.
AHSAN HALEEM
[email protected]I can't wait to try this marinade for my next Thanksgiving turkey. It sounds delicious!
Marin Rockford
[email protected]This marinade is a must-try for anyone who loves juicy, flavorful turkey. It's easy to make and it really makes a difference.
Markey Slaughter
[email protected]I love that this marinade can be made ahead of time. It takes the stress out of cooking Thanksgiving dinner.
MH Pranto
[email protected]This marinade is the perfect balance of savory and sweet. It really enhances the flavor of the turkey without overpowering it.
wahab bhuiyan
[email protected]I've been using this marinade for years and it never disappoints. My family always raves about how delicious my turkey is.
Ajaz Malik
[email protected]This marinade is a lifesaver! I'm not the best cook, but this marinade made my turkey look and taste like it was made by a professional chef.
Gershon Akwetey
[email protected]I highly recommend this marinade to anyone who wants to make a juicy and flavorful Thanksgiving turkey.
Samrat Shah
[email protected]This is the only turkey marinade I'll ever use again. It's foolproof and always produces a delicious turkey.
Huraira AbbaCy
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this marinade really did make a difference. My turkey was the best I've ever had.
Nb Mx
[email protected]My turkey turned out so moist and tender. I'm definitely using this marinade again next year.
Noah Burke
[email protected]This marinade is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. I love that it doesn't overpower the natural flavor of the turkey.
IMELDA PATRICK
[email protected]I've tried many turkey marinades over the years, but this one is by far the best. The two-stage process really helps to penetrate the flavor into the meat.
Hanifur Rahman
[email protected]This turkey marinade is a game-changer! It made my Thanksgiving turkey incredibly juicy and flavorful. I received so many compliments from my family and friends.