Brining is one of the easiest ways to take your kosher cooking to the next level—and once you try it, you’ll never look back! Whether you’re preparing for Passover, Shabbat, Yom Tov, or just a weeknight dinner, these tried-and-tested brining techniques will infuse your meat with deep, rich flavour while keeping it unbelievably juicy.
Here are Rob’s go-to brine recipes—simple, foolproof, and packed with flavour! Let’s get brining! 🔥🥩🐓
1️⃣ Sweet & Savoury Passover Brined Chicken
📌 Perfect for: Seder night, Shabbat dinner, or an elevated weeknight meal.
🔹 Brine Ingredients:
4 cups water
¼ cup kosher salt
2 tbsp silan (date syrup)
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
2 sprigs fresh thyme
🔹 How to Make It:
Mix everything in a pot and heat until the salt dissolves. Let it cool.
Submerge the chicken and refrigerate for 6 hours (or overnight for max flavour!).
Pat dry, season with a little paprika, garlic powder, and olive oil, then roast at 200°C (400°F) for 45 minutes.
Carve, serve, and watch everyone beg for seconds.
2️⃣ The Ultimate Brined Brisket for Yom Tov & Shabbat
📌 Perfect for: Family feasts, holiday meals, and those who want next-level brisket.
🔹 Brine Ingredients:
8 cups water
½ cup kosher salt
¼ cup date syrup or honey
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2 bay leaves
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
🔹 How to Make It:
Combine ingredients in a pot, heat until dissolved, then cool.
Brine your brisket in the fridge for 12–24 hours.
Rinse, pat dry, and rub with a Passover-friendly spice mix: paprika, garlic powder, and ground black pepper.
Slow-roast at 150°C (300°F) for 4–5 hours until fork-tender.
Enjoy your perfectly brined, flavour-packed dishes!
💡 Brining: A Game-Changer for Kosher Cooking! 💡
Brining isn’t just a technique—it’s a culinary upgrade that will make your meals juicier, more flavourful, and absolutely unforgettable. Whether you choose wet brining for deep, all-over seasoning or dry brining for intense, concentrated flavour, your next meal is about to be next-level delicious.
✨ Try it out, share your brined creations, and tag @ContinentalKosherButchers with #CookLikeAPro on socials