Description
Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this succulent dry brine turkey recipe. Infused with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, this method guarantees a juicy, flavorful bird that will impress your guests. With its crispy golden skin and tender meat, this turkey is bound to become a beloved holiday tradition in your home. Get ready for the oohs and aahs as you serve up slices of perfection!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs), fresh or thawed
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp poultry seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Pat the turkey dry with paper towels to ensure seasoning adheres well.
- In a bowl, mix kosher salt, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and poultry seasoning until well blended.
- Rub the dry brine mixture generously all over the turkey, including inside the cavity.
- Place the seasoned turkey on a rack in a roasting pan and refrigerate uncovered for 24 to 48 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Roast the turkey for about two hours or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Baste with olive oil or melted butter every 30 minutes for crispy skin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: approximately 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg