This flavorful brine is perfect for pretty much any meat, but particularly pork and chicken. Because of the vinegar in this brine it has an extra tenderizing affect.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Makes about 7 cups
Ingredients:
- 6 cups water
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 5 tablespoons kosher salt or 3 tablespoons table salt
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Preparation:
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, stirring constantly until salt is dissolved. This is enough brine for about 6 pounds of meat. Brine pork and beef for 1 hour per pound and poultry for 30 minutes per pound.
