Add oranges, onions, sprigs of thyme, and garlic cloves inside the cavity.

Turkey brine cajun. 4 sprigs of fresh thyme. (no injection needed for this tasty turkey!) jump to recipe jump to video. This post may contain affiliate links.

In a bowl, combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic, oregano, dry mustard, pepper, cumin and salt. How long do you leave turkey in brine solution? Using paper towels, pat turkey dry.

Add peppercorns and a whole lemon, sliced in half. Remove turkey from brine and drain well. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil over high.

Sprinkle the cajun seasoning all over and inside the turkey. Tie the legs together with butcher's twine, or tuck the legs under the skin at the tail if still connected. Web remove giblets and neck from turkey cavity.

Place the onion, garlic, and lemon in the turkey cavity. Web how to make cajun butter turkey. This is a great recipe to make.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Web mix warm water and kosher salt together in a stock pot until salt is dissolved. Start by dry brining your turkey the night before.