Citrus and Peppercorn Dry Brine
A fragrant and flavorful dry brine combining three types of peppercorns with citrus zest, kosher salt, and brown sugar. Perfect for seasoning and tenderizing turkey before roasting.
4 servings
20 min
Ingredients
- •2 tablespoons black peppercorns
- •1 tablespoon pink peppercorns
- •2 teaspoons white peppercorns
- •2 teaspoons coriander seeds
- •6 whole bay leaves
- •½ cup kosher salt
- •2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- •¼ cup lemon zest
- •2 tablespoons orange zest
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Toast black, pink, and white peppercorns and bay leaves in a skillet until fragrant. Let cool, then crush in a bag using a rolling pin or heavy skillet. Mix with salt, sugar, lemon zest, and orange zest. Apply to turkey and after curing, rinse off and pat dry before roasting.
15 min
- 2.
DO AHEAD: Dry brine can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
5 min
