Southwestern Turkey In Brine ( Funky Bird) Recipe

Name: Southwestern Turkey In Brine ( Funky Bird)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Brine; 1 cup fresh lemon juice; 3/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1 cup kosher salt; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 2 oranges, halved; 2 jalapenos, minced with seeds (I add 4-5); 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferable Mexican; 1 (6 1/2 lb) whole turkey breast (or I have used a whole turkey); vegetable oil; Essence; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

Brine
1 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 cup kosher salt
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 oranges, halved
2 jalapenos, minced with seeds (I add 4-5)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferable Mexican
1 (6 1/2 lb) whole turkey breast (or I have used a whole turkey)
vegetable oil
Essence
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
In a large non reactive container (we usually use a white trash bag--heavy duty or doubled sacked), combine lemon juice, orange juice, kosher salt, light brown sugar, yellow onions, oranges, jalapenos, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin and oregano with 1 gallon water.
2
Stir, squeeze, or shake up to dissolve brine the sugar & salt.
3
Put the turkey under cold running water and rinse.
4
Add the turkey to the brine, cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.
5
Essence:
6
Mix ingredients well and store in an airtight container or jar. Yields about 2/3 cup.
7
Preheat oven to 375u00b0FF.
8
Remove the turkey from the brine and put it breast side up in a large heavy roasting pan and pat dry with paper towels.
9
Rub the turkey with vegetable oil.
10
Sprinkle all sides with 1- 3 tablespoons of Essence.
11
Roast until deep golden brown and an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165u00b0F., about 1 hour and 45 minutes for breast, and a whole turkey takes about 20 minutes per pound.
12
Transfer to a platter and let stand for about 15 minutes before carving.

403

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Brine, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 cup kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Turkey In Brine ( Funky Bird) 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!

Southwestern Turkey In Brine ( Funky Bird)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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