Ingredients for White Wine Turkey Brine Simple
- White Wine
- 4 bay leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- Kosher Salt
- Brown Sugar
- 8 cups water
- 2 lemons
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How to Make White Wine Turkey Brine Simple
- In a large stockpot, combine 8 cups of water, 4 bay leaves, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium yellow onion (quartered), 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
- Cut 2 lemons in half and squeeze their juice into the pot.
- Add the squeezed lemon halves to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the brine cool completely to room temperature.
- Stir in 1 cup of dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio).
- Submerge the turkey completely in the brine. Ensure the turkey is fully covered; you may need a larger container.
- Refrigerate the turkey in the brine for 12 to 24 hours.
- Remove the turkey from the brine and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water.
- Pat the turkey skin dry. Lightly butter or oil the skin for extra crispiness.
- Roast the turkey according to your preferred method and roasting time.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2361 g
Sugar
448g
Fat
0g
Carbs
47g