Brining 101

--WHAT IS A BRINE?--

• Brines are a salt water solution used to soak meat in before cooking
• It is an easy and convenient way to moisten, flavor and tenderize meat
• Brines work via the process of diffusion
• The brine has higher salinity then the meat; this causes the salt ions and other small molecules to diffuse into the cells of the meat
• Diffusion of salt molecules into meat causes two things:
  • Meat cells absorb and hold more water, making the meat juicier when cooked
  • Breaks down the meat cells, making the meat more tender and trapping additional water in the meat

--WHY BRINE?--

• Easy to use with Just Two Simple Steps!
• Easy to store, no refrigeration required
• Long shelf life of 2+ years
• Does not contain preservatives, oils, or acids like marinades
• Minimizes active time needed to work with meat
• Easy cleanup and disposal when complete

--HOW DO BRINES WORK?--