Cider and Turmeric Poultry Brine - joe-possum/recipes GitHub Wiki

  • 93 oz water
  • 1/2 cup(s) kosher salt (4.5oz)
  • 1/4 cup(s) honey (3oz)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Turmeric
  • 1/3 cup(s) apple cider vinegar (3oz)
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 1 Tbsp black peppercorns
  • 1 lemon peel

boil water followed by salt, honey, turmeric, bay leaves, peppercorns and lemon peel.

Bring to a simmer or until salt is absorbed into the liquid.

Allow brine to cool then refrigerate until cold.

Add cider vinegar

Add chicken

Cover pot and refrigerate for at 1-2 days. Vinegar softens bone.

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