Amber maple brine with garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and peppercorns in a blue pot on a black electric stovetop in Matty's kitchen
Made in Matty’s Kitchen

Brines & Seasonings

Maple Brinefor Turkey, Poultry & Pork

A sweet maple wet brine Matty has made for 20 years. Use it for turkey, other poultry, or pork for a gently sweet, savory flavor.

Prep
15 minutes
Brine
36 hours
Makes
Variable, depending on the meat
Star ingredientMaple syrup

Dark brown sugar and maple syrup give this savory brine its gentle sweetness.

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Make the brine

  1. Place all the ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil, stirring until the brown sugar and maple syrup dissolve.

  2. Remove the pot from the heat and allow the brine to cool completely before using.

  3. For turkey, fully submerge it in the cooled brine and keep it refrigerated for 36 hours. Turn it every 8 hours so it stays completely coated.

Matty's note

Keep the turkey refrigerated throughout brining; the brine must be completely cool before the turkey is added.

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