Brining Solution for Poultry and Meat

"I found this technique in and old butchers recipe book. I have been using it ever since as it really really does make meat and poultry much more flavorful. You will be amazed at the difference in the moistness and flavor."
 
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Ready In:
2hrs
Ingredients:
2
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Mix salt with water and stir to dissolve salt.
  • Cut up Chicken, brine for 8-12 hours.
  • Whole chicken for roasting, brine 8-24 hours (after 24 hours the chicken can become too salty).
  • Whole turkey, brine 24-48 hours.
  • Pork Chops or Pork Steaks, brine for 2 hours.
  • Pork Loin, brine for 8 to 24 hour.
  • Pork Butt or Shoulder, brine for 24 hours.
  • Mix enough brine to cover the meat completely.
  • To brine use plastic bag or non-reactive bowl or pot.
  • Store in refrigerator for the specified time.

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  1. works wonders....i have also used the same ingredients as posted, but added a 1/4 cup of honey to brine boneless skinless chicken breasts...brining is a must try if you havent already, you will be shocked at the difference
     
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