What is the purpose of brining a turkey?

Brining helps to keep the turkey moist and flavorful during cooking.

How long should the turkey sit in the brine?

The turkey should sit in the brine for about 16 to 24 hours.

What ingredients are used in the brine?

The brine includes kosher salt, dark brown sugar, citrus, and various vegetables.

What is injected into the turkey before frying?

A mixture of Italian dressing and Chardonnay is injected into the turkey.

How long should the turkey be fried?

The turkey should be fried for about 40 minutes.

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Name: Step By Step Instructions: Brine, Inject, And Deep Frying A Turkey
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 Turkey; 1 cup Kosher Salt; 16 oz Dark Brown Sugar; 1 tbsp Black Peppercorns; 2 Lemon; 2 Orange; 1 Granny Smith Apple; 3 Jalapeno; 2.5 Carrot; 2.5 Celery; 1 sprig Sage; 1 sprig Thyme; 1 sprig Rosemary; 1 tbsp Garlic; 1.5 cups Italian Dressing; 1.5 cups Chardonnay