How To Dry Brine A Turkey
Elevate your holiday feast with a perfectly dry-brined turkey that is juicy and flavorful, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 2880 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2970 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-lb.) whole turkey
- 2 Tbsp. kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 2 Days Before Cooking: Remove the giblets from the turkey’s cavity, pat dry with paper towels.
- Dry Brine Time: Mix kosher salt and granulated sugar. Rub mixture all over the turkey, refrigerate uncovered for 2 days.
- Prepping for the Oven: Remove turkey from refrigerator an hour before cooking, drain excess liquid, and pat dry. Let sit at room temperature for an hour.
- Time to Flavor: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine garlic, melted butter, thyme, red pepper, and black pepper. Brush half of the mixture on the turkey and tie legs with kitchen twine.
- Roast to Perfection: Roast for about 45 minutes, brushing with remaining mixture. If browning too fast, cover with foil. Reduce temperature to 375°F and roast until internal temperature reads 160°F, about another 45 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Let turkey rest for 15 minutes before slicing to ensure juicy slices.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using coconut sugar or dairy-free butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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