Description

This Dry Brine Roasted Turkey Breast offers an irresistible flavor with simple preparation. Perfect for a quick dinner or healthy meal, it features savory herbs and juicy turkey—an easy, homemade delight for everyone.

Ingredients

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1.5 kg (3 ⅓ lbs) turkey breast – boneless, skin on – if it is in a net, remove. see notes 1 and 2
1 ½ teaspoon cooking sea salt see note 3
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 medium brown/yellow onions – peeled and cut into thick rounds – about three rounds per onion
6 large sage leaves – or 12 small
6 thyme sprigs
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil see note 4

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Instructions

Remove the turkey breast from the fridge and pat it dry with a paper towel.
Place the turkey breast in a large dish.
Combine the sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano herbs in a bowl.
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the skin side of the turkey breast.
Cover the dish with cling film and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Notes

Ensure the turkey breast hasn’t been brined or marinated before applying the dry brine.
Remove the netting from the turkey breast if applicable.
Allow the turkey to come to room temperature before cooking for better results.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 340
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 120mg