This apple cider-brined turkey is moist and delicious as-is, but it tastes even better when drizzled with a rich apple cider sauce. Try this elegant brined turkey recipe for your next thanksgiving or christmas dinner.
Ingredients for Apple Cider-Ginger Brined Turkey Recipe
0.46 cup Apple cider
0.08 cup Finely chopped fresh ginger
0.06 cup Kosher salt
1/25 cup Packed brown sugar
1/4 Bay leaves
0.08 inch 2 2x strips orange peel
0.08 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
0.33 Whole cloves
1 cup Ice water
0.67 pound 1 fresh or frozen turkey, thawed if frozen
0.08 Recipe cider sauce
0.33 cup Apple cider
0.17 tablespoon Cold water
0.17 teaspoon Cornstarch
1/50 cup Butter
0.08 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
0.08 teaspoon Finely shredded orange peel
Nutrition value
558
calories per serving
22 g Fat63 g Protein25 g Carbs5 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
22g
Protein
63g
Carbs
25g
Fiber
5g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
25g
Protein
63g
Fiber
5g
Fats
Fat
22g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
107mg
Iron
6mg
Vitamin A
26mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
6mg
Vitamin B6
2mg
Vitamin B9
45mcg
Vitamin B12
< 1mcg
Vitamin C
7mg
Vitamin E
2mg
Copper
2mcg
Magnesium
96mg
Manganese
2mg
Phosphorus
619mg
Selenium
63mcg
Zinc
9mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment