Area 51 Turkey Brine Kit
Everything you need to brine a holiday turkey: two seasoning packets, a heavy-duty brine bag and the directions. Enough for 1 extra-large turkey or 2 smaller birds.
What's in the kit
- A small packet of herbs
- A large packet of brine seasoning
- A heavy-duty resealable brine bag
- Step-by-step directions printed on the package
It's a savory, holiday-flavored brine. The label says it best: made for turkey, excellent on all meats. No MSG, naturally gluten free, and made in Texas.
How to brine a turkey with it
You'll need about 1 gallon of water (half hot, half ice-cold), plus extra cold water to cover the bird.
- Add the small herb packet and 2 quarts of water to a large pot. Bring it to a boil, stirring often, then take it off the heat.
- Stir in the large seasoning packet until it dissolves, about 1 minute.
- Add 2 quarts of ice-cold water so the brine is at room temperature or colder.
- Put the thawed turkey in the brine bag, pour in the brine, and add cold water until the turkey is completely covered. Press out the air and seal the bag.
- Brine in the refrigerator or an ice-filled cooler for 1 hour per pound of turkey, or overnight. Keep it cold the whole time.
- Take the turkey out, let it drain and pat it dry with paper towels. Don't rinse it: USDA advises against rinsing raw poultry because it spreads bacteria around the sink.
- Season with your favorite SuckleBusters rub and cook right away. Cook until the thickest part of the breast reaches 165°F.
Want the whole holiday cook? Dan brines a 15 lb turkey overnight with this kit, then spatchcocks it, seasons it with Honey BBQ Rub and glazes it with Peach BBQ Sauce. Get the recipe: peach-glazed holiday turkey.
Questions people ask
How big a turkey does one kit brine?
One extra-large turkey or 2 smaller birds.
How long should I brine?
1 hour per pound, or overnight, kept in the refrigerator or a cooler packed with ice.
Should I rinse the turkey after brining?
No. Drain it and pat it dry. The package directions say to rinse, but we follow current USDA advice and skip it.
What rub goes on after the brine?
Honey BBQ Rub is what Dan uses on his holiday turkey. Any SuckleBusters rub you like on chicken works, from SPG to a sweeter rub.
Good to know
- Made in Texas and shipped from Coppell, Texas.
- $9.95 flat-rate shipping, free on orders of $75 or more.
