Turkey Breast Brine

[bilvo47]

I'm in the middle of brining 4 turkey breast halves (3 lbs each for a total of 12 lbs). I know that the general rule is 1 hour of brining for 1 lb. of turkey - so does this mean that I need to do it for 3 hours or 12 hours? I think 3 hours would be right because each breast half is about 3 lbs - but I'm looking for the expert opinion out there. Thanks y'all for the help.

 

[richtee]

Well, as long as you have enough salt concentration for 12 lbs of bird, it's a 3 hour brine. Each chunk is seperate, so that's the time to do them, assuming your 1 Hr/Lb. Are they boned? If so, I'd go a little longer in the brine. And let them rest chilled for the salt to equalize, as it does not penetrate bone as easily as meat.

 

[bilvo47]

Yes - they have bones - I guess it's 3 hours for the whole thing. thanks for the help.