Chicken Brine
This brine works with any kind of poultry or fish.
Add <quantity>4<unit>cups</unit></quantity> of water to a saucepan without heat. Add <quantity>2</quantity> sliced garlic cloves
Add <quantity>5<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of salt, <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of black peppercorns and <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of dried oregano
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of cumin seeds and <quantity>2<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of guajillo powder
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of ancho chili powder
Add <quantity>3</quantity> cloves
Add <quantity>3<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of achiote paste
Add <quantity>3</quantity> torn bay leaves
Turn the heat to high and boil for 5m until the flavors are combined
Strain through a fine sieve
Transfer to a bowl and let it cool at room temperature. The chicken brine is ready
Use it to season any kind of poultry.
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