Citrus and Herb Dry-Brined Roasted Turkey

Citrus and Herb Dry-Brined Roasted Turkey

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How to spatchcock and dry brine a perfectly juicy well seasoned turkey for Thanksgiving. Includes video tutorial and recipe.

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Cooking tools:

  • Roasting pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen shears
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Paper towel
  • Plastic wrap
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Spoon
  • Stove
  • Oven mitt
  • Kitchen towel
  • Refrigerator
  • Wooden spoon
  • Plate

Ingredients

  • 1 12-14 pound turkey (SEE NOTE)
  • Aromatics: garlic, onion, celery, fresh herbs, sliced citrus
  • Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup plain kosher salt, plus more if needed (SEE NOTE)
  • 1/2 cup kosher salt (SEE NOTE)
  • 2 tablespoons herbes de provence
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon granulated onion
  • Giblets and backbone from turkey, chopped into pieces
  • 1 large carrot, chopped into large pieces
  • 1-2 stalks celery, chopped into 3-inch pieces
  • 1/2 small onion, chopped in half
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Aromatics: fresh thyme, rosemary, sage, bay leaves.
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup turkey drippings
  • heaping 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • Splash of Maple Cognac (or regular cognac)

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