Description
Discover the secret to a perfectly seasoned and succulent turkey with this Irresistible Dry Brine Turkey recipe. The dry brining technique ensures that each bite is bursting with flavor while keeping the meat juicy and tender. Ideal for family gatherings or holiday feasts, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds. With a crispy, golden-brown skin and mouthwatering aroma, your turkey will be the star of the show!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1/2 cup coarse sea salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp dried rosemary
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the kitchen and gathering tools: a large roasting pan, mixing bowl, measuring cups, and spoons.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together coarse sea salt, brown sugar, black pepper, dried thyme, and rosemary until evenly combined.
- Pat the turkey dry with paper towels and rub half of the dry brine mixture all over it, focusing on crevices like under the wings.
- Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan or cutting board. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) about an hour before cooking. Remove the turkey from refrigeration to bring it to room temperature.
- Roast in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 3 hours depending on size. Let rest before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 3 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg