For best results, brine your turkey or chicken for at least 8 hours, or up to 24 hours, in the refrigerator. Ensure the poultry is fully submerged in the brine. If necessary, use a weight (like a plate or a sealed bag of ice) to keep it submerged. After brining, rinse the poultry thoroughly under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels before cooking. Consider adding other aromatics to customize your brine, such as rosemary sprigs, juniper berries, or star anise.
Salty and Sweet Cranberry Citrus Brine
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS30
Infuse your poultry with the vibrant flavors of the season! This salty-sweet cranberry citrus brine elevates turkey and chicken to new heights, creating a juicy, flavorful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving or holiday table.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein1 g
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Sodium7606 mg
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Fat0 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a large stockpot (at least 12-quart capacity), combine the water, frozen orange juice concentrate, frozen cranberry juice concentrate, kosher salt, and brown sugar. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Add the lemon wedges, orange wedges, red onion wedges, crushed garlic cloves, dried thyme leaves, freshly ground black pepper, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves to the pot. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Stir the mixture vigorously until the salt and brown sugar are completely dissolved. This may take a few minutes, especially if the water is cold. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View If needed, chill the brine completely before using it to submerge your turkey or chicken. This ensures the meat stays at a safe temperature during the brining process. (Variable - until chilled)
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Reilly Leannon
Jun 14, 2025This brine was amazing! My turkey was so moist and flavorful. The citrus and cranberry notes were a perfect complement to the savory flavors.
William Ebert
May 10, 2025I used this brine on a chicken, and it was the best chicken I've ever made. The brine kept it incredibly juicy, and the flavor was fantastic.
Mario Breitenberg
Apr 12, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the results were outstanding. I highly recommend this brine for anyone looking to elevate their Thanksgiving turkey.