Honey Bourbon Brine for Steaks
Infuse your steaks with bold, mouthwatering flavor using this Honey Bourbon Brine, a game-changer for meat lovers. This easy-to-make marinade combines the smoky sweetness of bourbon, rich honey, and brown sugar with a savory mix of kosher salt, garlic, and fresh thyme. Black peppercorns, bay leaves, and a quick cooling of ice cubes round out this perfectly balanced brine. Designed to enhance the tenderness and flavor of your favorite cuts like ribeye or strip steak, this brine works its magic in just 2 to 4 hours. Perfect for grilling or pan-searing, this recipe guarantees juicy, flavorful steaks that will rival any steakhouse. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or planning a special dinner, this honey bourbon brine will take your steak game to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Bourbon
- 1 cup Honey
- 0.333 cup Kosher salt
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, smashed
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 2 pounds Steaks (ribeye, strip, or your choice)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, bourbon, honey, kosher salt, and brown sugar.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Do not bring to a boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the garlic, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and black peppercorns.
Pour the brine into a large, non-reactive container or bowl. Add the remaining 2 cups of water and the ice cubes to cool the brine to room temperature.
Place the steaks in the container, ensuring they are fully submerged in the brine. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
After brining, remove the steaks and pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the brine.
Proceed to cook the steaks using your preferred method, such as grilling or pan-searing, for a flavorful finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.2 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.9 g | 440% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 719 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 36293 mg | 1578% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.3 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.6 g | ||
| Protein | 194.8 g | 390% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2505 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
