STAR ANISE BRINE
Back in 2012, Sam Sifton spent some time with Jesse Griffiths, a hunter, and the author of who wrote "Afield: A Chef's Guide to Preparing and Cooking Wild Game and Fish." Mr. Griffiths brined the chops he hunted and gathered chops in an anise-flavored brine. "The result," Sifton wrote at the time, "is like overproof American whiskey touched by a splash of water, its flavor enhanced rather than diluted by the process." But home cooks should take note that this same brine is not just for feral boar. Use it on the very chops you'd buy at the supermarket. Simply make up the brine the night before (or even the morning of), and soak your chops. Try it in our recipe for smothered pork chops, or in your own recipe for chops, but do try it.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Time 30m
Yield About 1 gallon
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large pot set over high heat, combine 1 gallon of water and the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Heat until the sugar and salt are dissolved, then remove from stove.
- Let cool completely and refrigerate until needed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 856, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 220 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 526 milligrams, Sugar 213 grams
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Ethen
[email protected]This is the best turkey brine recipe I've found. The turkey is always moist and flavorful. I highly recommend it!
Senor Dicknose
[email protected]I wasn't sure how the star anise would taste in the brine, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a subtle sweetness and spice that really complemented the turkey. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
Logan Woltz
[email protected]This brine is a must-try for anyone who loves flavorful turkey. It's easy to make and adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the meat. I'll definitely be using this recipe again and again.
Ramit Bhandari
[email protected]I've tried many turkey brine recipes and this one is by far the best. The star anise adds a unique and delicious flavor that everyone loved. I highly recommend this recipe!
Vash Williams
[email protected]So easy and delicious! The turkey was so moist and flavorful. I'm definitely making this again.
Nilani Rucinika
[email protected]This is the best turkey brine I've ever used. The star anise gives it a wonderful flavor that everyone loved. I'll be using this recipe every year from now on.
Alotof Hubs
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my turkey turned out perfectly! The brine added a subtle sweetness and spice to the meat. I'll definitely be making this again.
Muhammad Awais Memon
[email protected]This brine is amazing! It makes the turkey so tender and flavorful. I've used it for both roasted and smoked turkey and it's always a hit. Highly recommend!
afraz
[email protected]I tried this brine for my Thanksgiving turkey and it was a hit! The turkey was incredibly moist and the star anise gave it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be using this brine again next year.
Arbaz Baloch
[email protected]This star anise brine is a game-changer! I've never had such juicy and flavorful turkey. The brine is easy to make and adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the meat. I highly recommend this recipe!