Our Zesty Paleo Turkey Brine is a simple salt, herb, and citrus combination that will surely be a game changer at your next Thanksgiving celebration.Easily paired with any traditional side. Guaranteed to keep you coming back for more!
Combine everything (salt, herbs of providence, coconut sugar, fennel seeds, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and zest of orange and lemon) in a small bowl.
After defrosting your turkey remove it from store packaging, remove neck and organs (should be in small bag inside turkey's chest cavity), rinse bird with cold water and place in baking dish of choice. Once washed, pat dry with paper towels to get rid of excess moisture.
Apply dry brine seasoning all over your bird, including under the skin and inside chest cavity.
Allow your bird to rest in a refrigerator for a total of six days
For more flavor, remove bird from refrigerator and combine fresh garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, and parsley in your choice of butter or ghee and gently spread under the skin of your turkey directly on the meat.
Bake in an oven at 325°F. (cooking time may vary)
Notes
**rule of thumb for baking a turkey is 20 min. per pound.**