One of the best ways to make a better Turkey is with a good Brine. Brining Turkey is a process of adding moisture and flavor to meat by use of a salt-water mixture. There are many ways to make a great brine and these turkey brine recipes are amongst the best I know. So, whether you are roasting, grilling, smoking, or frying your next turkey, start out with a good brine and make it so much better.
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I brined our turkey then smoked it for last year’s Thanksgiving. I was VERY worried about ruining the “main” part of thanksgiving! But it turned out FANTASTIC! We are planning on brining and smoking TWO this year on our new Chargrill smoker.
I agree with Christopher– brining for the first time can be very frightening– what if it turns out awful?? Answer: It wont!!! Im a lifelong convert, and cant believe that we hadn’t been brining all along– turkey turns out moist and so flavorful– don’t be scared– give it a shot and I promise you’ll never think of putting an un-brined turkey in your oven again!
I tried brining a chicken first. A small whole fryer in much cheaper and wont break the bank if you dont like it. I am trying it for my turkey this week. The Chicken was so moist and flavorful. Cant wait to try the turkey
The absolute best brine we have used is sea salt, oranges, limes and lemons, and a good Belgium beer.
with about a cup of Belgium beer in the gravy.
It is to die for.
Happy Big Bird to all and Stay in Peace.
Great post about turkey brine recipes. What a great way to do something special for Thanksgiving. Thanks for the tips!
I was looking at recipies for brining a turkey and one said do not brine if the turkey has been infused with liquid already.
My turkey says it has been enhanced with up to 8% liquid. Is this safe to brine this turkey.
I brined the last two years (turkey) and never noticed if they had any liquid added. Would appreciate an answer. Thanks
anne blem
Anne, I have brined/smoke turkeys for years. It is perfectly safe to brine an “enhanced” turkey. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
I have heard not to brine a self-basting Turkey
If you brine a turkey, can I also add additional seasoning for flavor… such as pepper?
You can add what ever medley of spices you would like when you brine, just depending on what flavor you want. There are quite a few brining recipes on the net. Try food.com for great brining recipes. Happy Thanksgiving!
Here is a link for 10 brining recipes
good luck!
http://bbq.about.com/od/turkeybrinerecipes/tp/10turkeybrinerecipes.htm