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
Instructions
- 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.
- DO AHEAD: Dry brine can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
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