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How to Brine a Chicken?

Cook Time12 hours
Total Time12 hours
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: Asiatic brine for chicken, Brining a chicken, buttermilk brine for chicken, How to brine a chicken, tangy brine for chicken
Author: thetastejournal.com

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Salt
  • 3 Liters Water
  • 1 Lemon - Sliced

Spices

  • 30 grams Black Peppercorns - Optional
  • 30 grams Parsley - Optional
  • 30 grams Star anise - Optional
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 3 tbsp Brown Sugar - Optional
  • 10 grams Sage leaves - Optional

Instructions

  • Preparation: Add 1 litre of water to a pot. Heat the water on low temperature to warm. Add the salt and sugar, mix the water until the salt and sugar dissolves. Wash the chicken, add it to the pot. Add the spices, herbs and the balance of the aromatics. Add the balance of the water. Add a mesh cloth to the top of the chicken, cover with a plate and place in the fridge for 12 hours.
  • Remove from the fridge: After the twelve hours, remove from the fridge and wash the chicken. Use the chicken for sautéing, roasting or grilling.