Easy Turkey Brine Recipe

[@five_pennies]

One tip for if your fridge is packed and there's no room for the turkey is to brine it in a cooler. Get a styrofoam one so you don't have to worry about washing it. Just fill it with ice after the brine and turkey go in, and set it somewhere out of the way while you get everything else done. It's what we've done for years and it works like a charm!

[@Zumbagirl517]

My sous chef does not recommend using ice. It sucks having a big turkey hogging everything up. I never thought styrofoam would work! It works for medicines that some people inject sometimes.

[@five_pennies]

Did he say why? We brine pork loin at my job and we always leave some ice in it before we put it in the cooler. Never seemed to hurt it before. I'm too paranoid about giving someone food poisoning to risk no ice at all.

[@Sehill0011]

​@@Zumbagirl517I'm also curious why no ice? I was planning to do this.

[@Zumbagirl517]

@ it might water the flavor down

[@gerrymarmee3054]

Trying using a brining bag.

[@krismeaney2841]

Thank you preppy guy for giving us the ratio, you actually told us how much water. This is the 4th brine recipe, and your the first one to state how much water... so you actually gave us a ratio, thank you preppy dog!!

[@gloriaf6971]

It wasn't enough water. I used that recipe for my turkey and the turkey and the gravy were salty. More water was needed. I am disappointed. I trusted John because I have used his recipes before and they were always excellent. This recipe was not excellent.

[@vinniemartinez6125]

Thank you very very much for sharing this recipe. I'm planning to brine the turkey this year to try out something different. This is going to be great. Much appreciated cheers 🍻

[@lorrainecalderon]

Me too❤

[@OopsyDaisy477]

Brining is the way to go! I've used Rachael Ray's turkey brine recipe for years. I bought a brine bucket with lid from Amazon and I don't have to worry about spilling the brine.

[@norm124578]

Just got your Preppy Kitchen Super Easy book in the mail last week and I’m loving it!! The recipes look great and they really are made in a way to where it’s fairly easy to create those special moments with the family :) you’ve really inspired me to start baking and cooking a lot more and I’m looking forward to making the build your own focaccia this week!

[@harleysrocknrollchat]

I put my Thanksgiving bird in a brine for 24 hours before smoking it this year. It is a WORLD of difference. It was juicy and SO flavorful. I will always brine from now on.

[@garygoodwin3461]

Any smoking tips after the brine? rub? time etc?

[@harleysrocknrollchat]

@garygoodwin3461 I put some rub in the brine. Smoked the bird in a pan for 6 hours at 220F.

[@jazminquiroz5843]

Thank you for this video! I would love a Thanksgiving prep mini-series! You mentioned how you spread all the prep apart, it would be cool for you to film your prep so we can follow along.

[@NehaBeauty]

yes i need this too!

[@iriegirl5517]

Love this idea

[@Angelicus-p5p]

I've been brining for years. Game changer! I haven't tried orange peel though. For cook time I put a bundle of celery sticks and leaves into the cavity. It adds flavour to the broth for gravy. I make dressing separate and pour some broth in.

[@mindymoresrosero]

Do you rinse the turkey after brining?

[@emmasheriff9760]

Thanks John I love your videos.. you ran so I could slowly walk the kitchen, watch your videos, and cook just like you 😂💖🤌🏾

[@deborahpasha9727]

I brine my turkey every year. I do cut the salt in half though and simmer all my spices together. I also add sage and celery seed. Never used brown sugar though. I will have to try that.

[@yvettetellez5064]

The sugar balances out the salt, so the bird doesn't taste as salty. Works great with pork too! Makes great pork chops!

[@evelinricardo6022]

I always brine my turkey, and this is a great recipe! Thank you for sharing it!

[@twistedjourney2649]

You are amazing and we have many similar techniques. I agree 💯 about always using fresh garlic and I chop and smash mine the same way.

[@CatsOrangeAndGrey]

Thank you for mentioning how to include kids in the process. My little one loves to help but it can be too much to have her around the kitchen. Having the kids help with the cup measurements and hanging them count is a really good idea.

[@Zumbagirl517]

You’re too nice about that of your kid helping you. I’d be like “head out” (get out in a Russian accent)

[@DaileyDoseOfJoseph]

Your energy sparks so much joy. I especially enjoy hearing about your husband and the twins. I hope you're all doing super well.

[@Comfortablynumbimpatientlydumb]

OMFG!!! MY FRIDGE SMELLS SOOO GOOD!!! Thank you , my first time doing a wet brine. I can't wait to dig in..

[@Kingfisher1215]

Been brining turkeys since I saw Alton Brown’s show on it on Good Eats 20 years ago. Then cook them on the grill. The drippings make the best gravy.

[@christinelewis1825]

Watching this video John I really think I will try brining my Thanksgiving turkey this year! Thanks for your great recipes and videos! Your new cookbook is on my Christmas list!

[@brigittefregault6411]

I prepared the bryne today! I can't wait for tomorrow to tell you how it turned out! I have a feeling it will be the most delicious, tasty, and moist turkey I have roasted so far! I will let you know :) Thank you for all your great recipes, you are a very gifted home chef!

[@rtoerner]

Tip to get the skin off garlic, separate the cloves and put in a bowl and cover with another bowl and shake vigorously.

[@Zumbagirl517]

Cloves are so strong! Mom used cloves in pumpkin bread a week ago! I ate a slice of it. Oh my god I was taking my night walk & I smelled it all over myself! I was like I know I showered!

[@gerrymarmee3054]

A jar with a lid works too.

[@monykagarcia6521]

Hey John I can’t wait to try this ! I’ve been binge baking your recipes I’ve made your pumpkin loaf and today I made your blueberry muffins everything was so so good my family gobbled it all 😅

[@fashiongirlvargas1]

So ready for the thanksgiving videos 😊🤎🧡

[@sharonmiddleton7689]

I love your recipes so much that I had to order both your books. You are my go-to cook. ❤

[@suziecue4694]

a tip for you rosemary stocks. if they are woody and stiff, use them instead of wood skewers for k-bobs because they add so much flavor.

[@bryanbenson6551]

Awesome tip!

[@anamartins6199]

This is my first time brining a turkey this year! My question is, after brining the turkey for, let’s say, 24 hours, do I just follow the next steps of marinating/spicing as usual? Thanks in advance!

[@helloneighbor11]

Yes just follow whatever recipe you prefer. It's often recommended to rinse the bird after brine to prevent it being extra salty. I usually don't bother rinsing and never had a problem

[@anamartins6199]

Ok that’s great! Thanks

[@honestreviewsonly1915]

I always brine turkey’s and use the Wolfgang Puck recipe, which is delicious, but this is simpler, so I’m going to try John’s recipe this Thanksgiving instead. Brining is the way to go for sure.

[@crunchybunnylady]

I'm brining my turkey this year. It's been in the freezer for a few months, so brining will make it more juicy and tender.

[@NinmahJag]

John, goose is traditional here in Austria...would you recommend this for goose, or would you tweak it at all?

[@judyellen4412]

??? Hey John, I would find it very helpful if for one of your videos you go through prepping a turkey dinner and actually sharing how you would do that ahead of time. For example, if you do potatoes ahead, exactly how you do that etc. That would be a video I would be happy to learn from. Thanks.

[@grimeyIRF]

Watched a bunch of brine videos... i am going with yours. First time brining.

[@BertyPerez-h6r]

I will have to try this one for the turkey 🦃. Thank you so very much for the recipe 🎉🎉🎉!!!

[@CaribbeanSensation]

Hello! After brinning the turkey is should I skip the salt when buttering the turkey before roasting it?

[@roydedrick8370]

You are awesome. I will definitely try this method this year. I did a similar brine and the apple cider put it over the top as the grandkids loved the Turkey. Then I made Turkey salad sandwiches the next day. Thank you for taking the time to do this very important video.

[@jillmyrand973]

Could I skip the brown sugar and substitute 1 cup of sweet marsala wine for 1 cup of water?

[@clreed9690]

Subscribed. Your positive energy and detailed explanation is so enjoyable.

[@alonafideli1722]

Thanks for always giving us delicious recipes 😊 i made your brownies and it was so good ❤ you can publish a recipe book ❤ Good luck ❤ God bless you 🙏

[@DebiSenGupta]

He has published a couple. I just got one.

[@brantjordan9864]

Badass cooking range,my bucket list?

[@travelchannel304]

If turkey already has added saline? solutions water added (on label) ?

[@yenxion6516]

Some people say to wash the turkey after the brine so it not to salty is this true. I never brine a turkey before and I am going to try it this year.

[@Tammyjorose]

I always rinse mine off, and I've been brining my turkey for over 15 years. My 5 kids love my turkey. Sending you much thanksgiving love!

[@Tammyjorose]

Also, after rinsing, pat it dry with paper towels, and make some space in the fridge for it to air dry for about 5 hours or more. You'll have a wonderful juicy turkey, with delicious crispy skin!

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

Fabulous friend is gonna taste so good thank you so much bless to your family really appreciate

[@ILoveFountainPensCdn]

Would this work (same salt, sugar, seasonings etc.) with a dry brine as well?

[@emilybh6255]

What abut adding wine or or sherry or dry vermouth to the brine (or is it a waste of spirits)?

[@estherdixon2084]

You had me at "INSURANCE FOR THE BIRD." I can't wait until this turkey comes out of the oven! As always, I will let you know. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family Mr. Kanell!

[@yaowsers77]

hi john! i brine my birds usually but i hate dealing with the liquid when i'm done. what do you think about a dry brine?

[@ernajuliannaprimo9745]

I use apple cider with spices and cut apples and cinnamon stix I have used orange in the past.... this year Im cutting up the turkey (maybe) and then brining....what do you think about that idea ...would you do that? will it affect the juciness? .....You always put out great videos but I cant eat most of what you put out(keto) but I have tweaked a couple....Julianna NC

[@mindymoresrosero]

Do you wash or rinse the turkey after brining?

[@CatsOrangeAndGrey]

Yes Thanksgiving everything!

[@jodie0878]

I’m seeing the oranges in the brine. Did you throw the oranges in the brine too?

[@AshleyMorrison-r1j]

Can’t wait to try- what large stock pot would you recommend? I think I need a 20qt for by 14lb turkey but I’m having trouble find a good 20qt stock pot.

[@vettepwr23]

I want to follow this recipe but with a spatchcock turkey. What temperature do you recommend? I'm finding anywhere from 350 to 450 for spathcock prepped turkey. So confused. Thanks.

[@corkscrewfork]

I like getting cornish hens for special holiday meals. Nobody to share with means no reason to get a ginormous bird. I'll definitely be trying this brine recipe on my little birds! Thanks for the wonderful recipe/technique 😁 Also, a comment on the garlic: I do agree that fresh is always better than the weird stuff in the jar. But for everyday use, especially if you don't have the energy to do ALL the steps, I like garlic paste from the refrigerated section. Tastes a lot more like fresh garlic than other prepared versions imo, and all you do is squeeze it out and go to the next step.

[@tanniaherrera5529]

Can we use dry thyme if we dont have fresh thyme? If so, about how many tablespoons/teaspoons?

[@erynspeers]

Could you use lemons instead of oranges?

[@AudiblyAly]

I’ve always done lemons. It’s so good!

[@erynspeers]

@AudiblyAly thanks!

[@mikepronin]

I used Buttermilk and Pickle Juice Brine and it was juicy and delicious

[@wildflower7321]

Does the brown sugar make it sweet? Do I have to add that?

[@elenablanco5313]

Instead of to much water i add buttermilk and come out delicious (William Sonoma’s recipe for brine) i used for few years

[@AKGDirector]

You know I had to come to your channel for this brune recipe. This is my guy! And I know his turkey is juicy and delicious

[@lovetacos3850]

thank you so much for sharing! I enjoyed your video hilarious and insightful 😅

[@teresanash-mcneil-hf1fo]

Great brining recipe

[@PreppyKitchen]

Thank you so much

[@FranklyNaturalBeauty]

Thank you John for this great recipe!

[@PreppyKitchen]

You're welcome! Happy to help!

[@HabteFamily]

Turkey Brine!!! Turkey and ? What is brine. IS IT ALCOHOL!!

[@lorrainecalderon]

Did you add the orange inside the pot?

[@linsioux217]

Can you use this recipe on a 3 lb turkey tenderloin?

[@helloneighbor11]

You could... Or you could make a half sized batch

[@cswatson4823]

Can you bring the turkey for more than 24hours or is there a limit

[@xirtanimodiyotonka7731]

Should the turkey be at room temperature after it’s been in brine and the fridge overnight, before you bake it?

[@helloneighbor11]

No keep it cold until you start cooking

[@rexiedreams]

Thank you.. can you make fry bread?

[@sashagarcia6205]

is it 12 additional cups or 12 all together

[@franols6850]

Does anyone know if I can still season the Turkey as I normally would?

[@TiaChichaCocina]

I am mentally preparing for cooking dinner on thanksgiving 😂

[@yolandanewcombe5619]

Me too

[@scottmcarthur9251]

I go with a dry brine now as wet can be a bit of a messy situation Lots o’ Salt mixed with Orange or lemon zest Thyme Rosemary Pepper Pat over the bird til it looks like a light snow, plus inside cavity 2 days in the fridge Light wipe off

[@773fishin]

Newbie to cooking but is it advisable to do this before I deep fry a turkey? It's juicy when I fry it but I'm thinking Gushers candy juicy if I brine. But I don't want to set the neighborhood on fire. So can i?

[@EatwithRehan]

Wow so delicious 👌🏻😋👌🏻😋

[@helenjansen27]

Wondering if this process would work with chicken? We don't celebrate thanksgiving where I live and turkey is hard to come by but I'm interested in this process...

[@helloneighbor11]

It definitely will

[@xingxu8566]

Do I have to put butter on turkey to bake after brine?

[@brigittefregault6411]

I would put butter on turkey to bake after the brine. I think he mentionned to pat dry the turkey (not rinse it) apply the butter mixture on the skin and under and roast it!

[@bakebite7374]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@grethavanwezep3439]

Is it worthwhile to do this with a Turkey Drumstick too, or is a drumstick moist enough?

[@Inkedmonkey1122]

You should do daily shorts on your thanksgiving prep for that day

[@babyjapper]

Any recommendations for brining bag?

[@helloneighbor11]

I have used the turkey bags they sell at the grocery store to cook the bird in

[@juanazicri4088]

Será que inyecto esta salmuera en el pavo me altera o mejora el sabor

[@lorrainecalderon]

Do you rinse the turkey after you brine it ?

[@Zumbagirl517]

Yes you do. My sous chef drew who’s also my friend said to rinse it after brining. It gets the excess salt off.

[@krystlehall5125]

First time cooking a Turkey for Christmas party! I didn’t even know what brine meant! So here I am! Dude, can you just fly to Hong Kong and cook this bird 🐦 😂

[@santorycolimon9205]

My man you came in clutch, I need to look no further

[@lorrainecalderon]

Thank you for the tips

[@autumnsky8647]

Thank you

[@COOKIT-qe4ow]

yummy yummy and thanks

[@luxaeterna9383]

I will try this for Christmas :)

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@sunshine-rs6qh]

gotta love this. my friends want some strawberry cheesecake stuffed cookies

[@strattonskier7229]

I brine my turkey, after 24 hours I bone the turkey, marinate it it for 24 hours. Then make the dressing, pile it on the spread egalitarian turkey, truss it with twine and let that baby bake. Superb, then slice the turkey like a loaf of bread, google it, it’s easy and so so delicious. Then make a soup all the left over bits. I do this a couple of times a year not only thanksgiving. Many cheap delicious meals, sandwiches for lunch, quick stir fry, so easy to stretch a turkey year round.

[@nancy-zl4to]

My question is, why don’t we have everything simmer first rather than adding the ingredients after it’s done boiling? @2:05

[@BASHirNimry]

Maybe cooking the ingredients will change age their flavor profile. Putting in fresh after boiling will maintain the fresh profile while still getting plenty of flavor because they’re still marinating overnight.

[@cindy90301]

Can you brine it for longer than 24 hours?

[@wheelrolling78]

The brine is then thrown out?

[@AdamPapendieck]

hey. i just was trying to find a recipe for making homemade pickles, so i went to your channel and didnt find any. not sure why, maybe you never did that yet or maybe it doesnt fit into the kind of things you make, but just thought id write a message to let you know people like me look on your channel for how to make pickles at home. the reason i did was because you seem to provide accurate results and when making something for the first time, im sure other people also want to do things right the first time, so, itll be too late for me cause i have to find a recipe somewhere else to follow, but for other people it would be cool if you made a video for how to make pickles, so they can have great results their first try. thanks for your help with other recipies. hope you and the people close to you are doing well.

[@maryamzizi13]

Great video John😊😊

[@vamsiaruna]

U haven't even seen the video 😭🙏

[@PreppyKitchen]

thank you so much Maryam!!!!!

[@HabteFamily]

Me!!

[@Saaaa2324]

Have you ever developed a homemade mayonnaise recipe? If so I’d love to see that! ❤ from Manitoba, Canada Sarah

[@lachauntiswashington231]

Looks good

[@lvdrizzle1]

Awesome

[@LettyEsme]

Could this work on chicken?

[@artboxfashion4042]

We always brine and grill. Its too warm here to use the oven and we had an extra month of July.

[@DebiSenGupta]

Got the book John. Waiting for winter in India to try them out . 😂

[@pandoraeeris7860]

My toikey brine, my toikey shine!

[@saractx2369]

Can we use it on Turkey breast?