Turkey Breast Brine
Infuse your holiday turkey breast with rich, savory flavor using this garlic and herb brine. Perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic for juicy, tender, and aromatic results.
Servings 1 Use
Calories 74kcal
Cost $2
Ingredients
- 1 gallon water *Note 1
- ¼ cup kosher salt
- 1 bunch fresh thyme or rosemary
- 5 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- turkey breast, any size
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a large stock pot and heat over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the salt is dissolved. Remove from the heat and let the brine cool. (*Note 1)
- Place the turkey breast in the stock pot (or brining bag) and refrigerate up to 4 hours (*Note 2)
- Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse with cold water to remove the excess salt. Do not skip this step. Pat dry with paper towels.
Notes
Note 1 - Never add the turkey breast to warm or hot brine as to avoid bacteria growth. Allow the brine to cool for an hour, before transferring to the refrigerator to cool for another hour before using.
Note 2 - Do not brine for longer than advised. The meat will become mushy AND will be over-salted.
Nutrition
Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 56973mg | Potassium: 289mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 377mg | Iron: 3mg
