What can I use in place of a brine bag?
You need a large bag. Fortunately, these are easier to find these days, but if you can’t, large oven roasting bags will do. Garbage bags are NOT a good choice since they are not designed for food storage and the chemicals may not be safe (I don’t know but let’s not do that).
Are oven bags the same as brining bags?
Brining bags are not to be confused with roasting bags, which are used to cook food in an oven. A brining bag should never be used around heat of any kind, and is only suited for brining food. Symptoms of food poisoning may include severe stomach cramping and pain.
Can you use a garbage bag for brining a turkey?
Trash bag method Do not use non-food grade materials to hold food because chemicals and non-food colors may leach into the food. Make it safe: To make this method safe, replace the trash bag with a large oven-cooking bag. Refrigerate the turkey during the marinating process.
Is a brine bag necessary?
Equipment Needed If your pan is large enough to fit your turkey and brine AND fit in your refrigerator, you will not need an additional bag for brining. An Extra Large Ziploc Big Bag or Brining Bag: Some people use brining bags to brine their turkeys but they can be expensive and/or hard to find around the holidays.
Can I use oven bag to brine?
One trick is to use a large, food-safe sealable bag. Both Reynolds (Oven Roasting Bag for Turkeys) and Ziploc (XL Storage Bag) make very large food-safe bags that are great for brining. Place one of these bags in a large stockpot, which keeps everything together and makes clean-up easier.
What kind of bag can you brine a turkey in?
Can I brine in a plastic bag?
When choosing a container for brining, keep in mind that it must be food safe. Bowls (glass, stainless-steel or ceramic), stainless-steel stock pots, brining bags or plastic containers are all suitable. Many restaurant-supply stores sell larger food grade containers, which are often sold to the general public as well.
Do you need to refrigerate a turkey while brining?
The amount of time will depend on the type of brine you use; however, do not brine any longer than two days and always keep the turkey and brine refrigerated (at 40°F or less).
Can you brine in a Reynolds oven bag?
Both Reynolds (Oven Roasting Bag for Turkeys) and Ziploc (XL Storage Bag) make very large food-safe bags that are great for brining. Place one of these bags in a large stockpot, which keeps everything together and makes clean-up easier.
Can I use a Lowes bucket to brine turkey?
Yes, that’s a safe bucket to use. You may ask around at restaurants, bakeries, or delis if they have any free plastic buckets.
What is the best container to brine a turkey?
Both Reynolds (Oven Roasting Bag for Turkeys) and Ziploc (XL Storage Bag) make very large food-safe bags that are great for brining. Place one of these bags in a large stockpot, which keeps everything together and makes clean-up easier. Otherwise, you can use a large bin or bucket or even a cooler.