Ina Garten Dry Turkey Brine Recipe
The Ina Garten Dry Turkey Brine Recipe is simple and tasty. This method gives you juicy turkey with deep flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 whole turkey 12–14 pounds
- 3 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
Dry the turkey
- Pat the turkey dry using paper towels. This helps the brine stick.
Mix the brine
- Combine salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and lemon zest in a bowl.
Rub the turkey
- Rub the mix all over the turkey. Cover every part.
Rest the turkey
- Place the turkey on a tray. Cover with plastic wrap. Chill for 24 hours.
Prepare for roasting
- Remove wrap. Let turkey sit for 1 hour. This helps even cooking.
Roast the turkey
- Place turkey in a roasting pan. Cook until golden. Follow your oven time guide.
Notes
- Use kosher salt.
- Do not skip the chill time.
- Use fresh lemon zest for more flavor.
- Let the turkey rest after roasting.