Orange Turkey Brine

Orange Turkey Brine
Orange Turkey Brine might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 12. Watching your figure? This gluten free, whole 30, and vegan recipe has 60 calories, 1g of protein, and 0g of fat per serving. 281 person have tried and liked this recipe. Head to the store and pick up kosher salt, ground pepper, garlic, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 2 hours and 25 minutes.

Instructions

1
Combine the orange juice concentrate, orange slices, lemon slices, lime slices, thyme, pepper, garlic, bay leaves, salt, and water in a large stockpot; bring to a boil.
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LemonLemon
ThymeThyme
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SaltSalt
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2
Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
3
Wash and dry your turkey. Make sure you have removed the innards.
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4
Place the turkey, breast down, into the brine. Make sure that the cavity gets filled.
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5
Place the bucket in the refrigerator. Allow turkey to marinate 1 to 2 days before cooking.
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6
Remove the turkey carefully.
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7
Drain and discard the excess brine and pat dry.
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8
Cook the turkey as desired reserving the drippings for gravy. Keep in mind that brined turkeys cook 20 to 30 minutes faster.
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GravyGravy

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DifficultyExpert
Ready In2 hrs, 25 m.
Servings12
Health Score2
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