Orange Turkey Brine

Adding this twist to your Thanksgiving turkey will “ooh” and “aah” your guests.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins

Servings: Not available

Ingredients

• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 lime, sliced
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 cup kosher salt
• 1 ½ gallons water

Steps

1. Combine 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. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
2. Wash and dry your turkey. Make sure you have removed the innards. Place the turkey, breast-side down, into the brine. Make sure that the cavity gets filled. Place the stockpot in the refrigerator. For best results, allow turkey to marinate for 8 to 48 hours before cooking.