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Citrus and Peppercorn Dry Brine

Name: Citrus and Peppercorn Dry Brine
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon pink peppercorns; 2 teaspoons white peppercorns; 2 teaspoons coriander seeds; 6 bay leaves; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 1/4 cup lemon zest; 2 tablespoons orange zest

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Toast black, pink, and white peppercorns and bay leaves in a skillet until fragrant. Let cool, then crush in a bag using a rolling pin or heavy skillet. Mix with salt, sugar, lemon zest, and orange zest. Apply to turkey and after curing, rinse off and pat dry before roasting.
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DO AHEAD: Dry brine can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Recipes sourced from Epicurious.com.

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