TURKEY BRINE WITH BROWN SUGAR

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Brown sugar and two types of salt join a bevy of spices and fresh herbs in this flavorful brine for your Thanksgiving turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1/2 pound kosher salt (1 1/2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons sea salt
1/2 cup light-brown sugar
3 cloves garlic
4 sprigs thyme
4 sprigs parsley
1 fresh turkey (14 pounds), giblets removed and reserved

Steps:

  • Wrap seeds, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a square of cheesecloth; tie with kitchen twine. Bring 2 gallons water, both salts, and brown sugar to a boil in a very large pot, stirring to dissolve. Add bundle, garlic, thyme, and parsley. Let cool completely. Fully submerge turkey, weighting it down with a plate topped with cans if necessary. (In lieu of a large pot, you can use a brining bag.) Refrigerate turkey overnight.

Op Pigeon
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I'm a big fan of this brine recipe. It's easy to make, and it always results in a delicious turkey.


Hinewairangi Takuta
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This brine recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves turkey. It's easy to make, and it results in a turkey that is juicy, flavorful, and delicious.


Mursalin Mn
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I'm new to brining turkey, but this recipe made it easy. The turkey turned out perfectly cooked and flavorful.


Lindokuhle Mpofu
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This brine recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, and it results in a turkey that is moist, flavorful, and delicious.


hein thant zin
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I've been using this brine recipe for years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The turkey is always juicy and flavorful.


Santosh Mahatara
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this brine recipe made me change my mind. The turkey was so moist and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


Wesley Nichols
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This is the best turkey brine recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and it always results in a delicious turkey.


WELD EL FA
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I tried this brine for the first time this year, and I was really impressed. The turkey was so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.


Robi khan
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I'm a big fan of brining turkey, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The brown sugar adds a nice touch of sweetness, and the herbs and spices give it a really nice flavor.


Eugene Postman
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I've used this brine for years, and it never disappoints. My turkey always comes out juicy and flavorful.


Izatullah Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my turkey turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Teri Cortez
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This brine is amazing! I used it for my Thanksgiving turkey, and it was the best turkey I've ever had.


Arif Aman
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I've tried many turkey brines over the years, but this one is my favorite. It's easy to make, and it always results in a moist, flavorful turkey.


Maxwell Bediako
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This turkey brine is a game-changer! The brown sugar adds a delicious sweetness to the meat, and the herbs and spices give it a complex flavor. My family raved about it.