Basic Turkey Brining Solution
Basic Turkey Brining Solution infuses poultry with a balanced blend of salt, brown sugar, and warm aromatics so the meat stays plump, well-seasoned, and tender throughout roasting. Notes of bay, peppercorn, rosemary, thyme, and clove add subtle herbal depth without overpowering the turkey. Ideal for holiday feasts or any special dinner where a succulent, evenly seasoned bird is the goal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves30
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Basic Turkey Brining Solution, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 33 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 63
- Heart Health
- 30
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 21
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Collect all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring the water to a boil in a large stockpot.
- 3
Stir in the salt and brown sugar until they dissolve; bring it back to a boil.
- 4
Add the bay leaves, peppercorns, rosemary, thyme, and cloves. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
- 5
Take it off the heat and let it cool completely before using.
- 6
Place the thawed turkey in a large non-reactive container. Pour in the cooled brine.
- 7
Add enough cool water to submerge the turkey in liquid. Refrigerate for 8 to 12 hours.
- 8
Remove the turkey from the brine and let it sit on the counter for about 2 hours.
- 9
Cook your turkey according to your favorite recipe.
- Calories 73.16 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 0.41 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 18.76 g 7%
- Total Fat 0.07 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 254.53 mg Moderate 11%
- Dietary Fiber 3.8 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 16.79 g --
- Added Sugars 5.29 g Moderate 11%
- Calcium 28.13 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.29 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 86.27 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 17.22 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 0.09 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Basic Turkey Brining Solution is made with 8 ingredients and serves 30. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Peppercorns, Dark Brown Sugar, Dried Bay Leaves, and Dried Rosemary. Each serving provides about 73.16 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Basic Turkey Brining Solution made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Peppercorns, Dark Brown Sugar, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Rosemary, Dried Thyme. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Basic Turkey Brining Solution?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 73.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Basic Turkey Brining Solution easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Basic Turkey Brining Solution healthy?
- Basic Turkey Brining Solution has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 73.16 calories and 0.41 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 254.53 mg (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.29 g (11% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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