Orange Turkey Brine

Name: Orange Turkey Brine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 510 min
Yield: 1 1/2 gallons
Ingredients: 1.5 gallons water; 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 1 cup kosher salt; 1 orange, sliced; 1 lemon, sliced; 1 lime, sliced; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 3 cloves garlic; 2 bay leaves

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This orange turkey brine recipe adds something unexpected to your Thanksgiving turkey—it will "ooh" and "aah" your guests.

Submitted by TIMP132

Updated on February 5, 2025

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

8 hrs 30 mins

Yield:

1 1/2 gallons

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1 ½ gallons water
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 cup kosher salt
1 orange, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 lime, sliced
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 bay leaves

Directions

Combine water, orange juice concentrate, salt, orange slices, lemon slices, lime slices, thyme, black pepper, garlic, and bay leaves in a large stockpot; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature.
Wash and pat turkey dry (make sure giblets are removed). Place turkey, breast-side down, into brine, making sure the cavity is filled. Place the stockpot in the refrigerator. Brine turkey for 8 to 48 hours.

Cook’s Note

To cook the turkey: Carefully remove it from the brine; drain and discard excess brine. Pat turkey dry. Cook turkey as desired, reserving drippings for gravy. Keep in mind, brined turkeys cook 20 to 30 minutes faster.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

697	Calories
2g	Fat
177g	Carbs
13g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Calories 697
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Sodium 91282mg	3,969%
Total Carbohydrate 177g	64%
Dietary Fiber 17g	61%
Total Sugars 143g
Protein 13g	26%
Vitamin C 662mg	735%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 3004mg	64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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