Your guide to perfectly brined turkey so the meat is flavorful and moist.
Timing is crucial when it comes to brining.
Brining for too short a time may prevent the brine from penetrating deeply enough, leaving the meat under-seasoned.
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Understanding how long tobrine your turkeywill help you achieve the absolute best flavor and texture.
While wet brining is highly effective, it requires significant refrigerator space and can be a bit messy.
Signs of over-brining in a cooked turkey include a noticeably salty taste and a mushy or rubbery texture.
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Before cooking, you may notice a soft or mushy texture or discoloration.
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