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Turkey brine before smoking. Let the liquid steep for 15 to 20 minutes while it cools, then add it to the remaining water. Using just a little bit of the total water needed, combine everything in a saucepan and let the salt dissolve. Inject the turkey for more flavor skynesher/getty images

Pat dry and then cook as usual! Smoke the turkey as directed. Then make sure the water cools down before adding the saucepan ingredients + the rest of the water into a large container with your turkey.

Web give your turkey a good soak in this brine recipe of italian parsley, crushed black peppercorns, garlic, and oranges before you smoke it for a citrusy, juicy turkey every time. Web we’ve found that a wet brine is the best way to infuse moisture into the turkey before smoking. Web to brine turkey in saltwater, you first need a large pot that will allow the liquid to cover the turkey.

Your brine solution will also add flavor to the turkey so you won't end up with bland meat. Web coat the turkey with the olive oil and sprinkle on the dry rub. After twelve hours, or overnight, the brine is ready for the turkey.

Web by michael haas last updated: Bring 4 cups of the water to a boil and add the salt, sugar, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, sage, rosemary and peppercorns. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Once the mixture has cooled, add the remaining 1 gallon of cold water and stir. November 9, 2023 no comments angry bbq is reader supported. Pour in the other gallon of cold water to help cool down the brine to room temperature.