How to Dry Brine a Turkey

Name: How to Dry Brine a Turkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tbsp coarse kosher salt (I use Morton's Kosher Salt (coarse grain sea salt may be used)); 1 tbsp coarse grind black pepper; 1 tbsp thyme finely chopped (fresh or dry); 1 tbsp sage finely chopped (fresh or dry); 1 tbsp clementine peel finely zested (any citrus may be used); 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional); 1-2 carrots rough cut; 1 onion rough cut; 3-4 stalks celery rough cut; 2 cloves garlic peeled; 16-20 lb turkey (fresh or frozen); rough cut onion, carrot, sage, thyme and orange skin ( for inside the turkey (optional))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:4h

Dry brining a turkey is the easiest way to enjoy a delicious moist turkey at your holiday table. You'll amaze your guests and you'll be sharing my secrets on How to Dry Brine a Turkey with your family and friends.

Updated at: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:26:13 GMT