JAMAICAN JERK BRINE

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Make and share this Jamaican Jerk Brine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Michelle S.

Time 25m

Yield 1 gallon, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3/4 cup kosher salt
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 quarts chicken stock, unsalted
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 cup white vinegar
4 scotch bonnet peppers, stemmed and minced
1/2 cup green onion, minced
1/2 cup lime juice, fresh
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons thyme, fresh
2 tablespoons allspice
2 tablespoons garlic
3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 teaspoons ginger, peeled and grated
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground

Steps:

Place all ingredients in stock and bring to a boil.
Stir to ensure salt and brown sugar dissolve.
Smell and add more spices if its not strong enough.
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Place turkey in brine bag (or chicken).
Add cold water until turkey is completely covered.
Let sit in brine for 1 hour for each pound.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1636.5, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 57.6, Sodium 87727.8, Carbohydrate 293.7, Fiber 14.6, Sugar 206.6, Protein 57.7