Nigella Lawson Shares Unconventional Brining Method for Christmas Turkey

The celebrity chef recommends brining the bird outdoors with spices and a skateboard for protection, ensuring a tender and flavorful roast.

Nigella Lawson advocates brining the Christmas turkey for up to two days in a spiced solution to enhance flavor and tenderness.
Her method involves placing the turkey in a cold location, such as a garden or by an open window, to steep in the brine.
To protect the turkey from foxes, Lawson suggests covering the pan securely with foil and placing her son’s skateboard on top.
The brine includes ingredients like cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and honey, which Lawson says make carving easier and add subtle spiciness.
She recommends using free-range turkeys for better fat content and serving the roast with an allspice gravy for a festive finish.