Brining the Dry Way, Not As Messy As Wet Brining

Name: Brining the Dry Way, Not As Messy As Wet Brining
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14 -16 lb) whole turkey; ⅓ cup kosher salt; 1 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary; 1 ½ teaspoons sage; 1 ½ teaspoons thyme; 1 ½ teaspoons marjoram; 1 ½ teaspoons celery seeds; 2 well-crumbled bay leaves; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; lemon zest (optional) or orange zest (optional); szechuan peppercorns (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Remove the giblets, neck, and excess fat (near the tail area) from the turkey and refrigerate for another use.
2
Sprinkle the salt mixture all over the turkey, inside and out.
3
Place the turkey on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
4
Refrigerate, uncovered, for 1 hour per pound.
5
This open refrigeration will dry out the skin a little, which is good because it helps the skin release more fat during roasting.
6
Just before roasting, rinse the bird very well with lukewarm water.
7
The lukewarm water will remove the salt, but also help the bird lose its chill.
8
Pat the bird dry and cook it according to your favorite method and timing.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14 -16 lb) whole turkey, ⅓ cup kosher salt, 1 ½ teaspoons dried rosemary, 1 ½ teaspoons sage, and more.

Yes, Brining the Dry Way, Not As Messy As Wet Brining falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!