Master Buttermilk Brine Recipe

Master Buttermilk Brine Recipe

  • 1 quart buttermilk
  • 4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  1. Combine 1 quart buttermilk, 4 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain before using.
  2. Curry Add 4 teaspoons curry powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and 2 teaspoons ground turmeric. Chipotle Add 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from a can of chipotle chiles in adobo. Louisiana-Style Add 2 tablespoons smoked paprika, 2 tablespoons Tabasco, and 2 teaspoons celery seeds. Lemon-Dill Add 2 thinly sliced lemons, 4 finely grated garlic cloves, and 2 cups chopped fresh dill.