Enough for two, this Thanksgiving chicken was flavorful and juicy after a Salty Wahine bath. Daniel Lane photo
Salty Wahine Gourmet Hawaiian Sea Salts offers 11 varieties of handcrafted, gourmet Hawaiian sea salt blends, seasonings and rubs. They have just released their seasonal, Hawaiian Turkey Brine Seasoning for the holidays, and you can smell the goodness right through the packaging.
Incase you don’t know, brining any meat—chicken, pork, or turkey, yields exceptionally juicy and flavorful meat. You are basically giving your meat a long soak in a salty-sweet bath. Sometimes herbs and other flavorings are added, as with Salty Wahine’s. It’s a foolproof way to serve a golden, flavorful turkey, and it’s simple to do. It does require some planning though.
Make sure you have a container large enough to hold your turkey. A 5-gallon bucket works well, as does a cooler. You are going to have to keep the turkey cold while it brines. Most people I know can’t fit a 5-gallon bucket in their refrigerator. If you live in a area with snowy winters, you can store it overnight in the garage. Continue Reading →
