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Brine Solution Calculator
Standard wet brine is 1 cup kosher salt per gallon water. Scale to any volume here.
Kosher salt (cups)
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- By weight (oz)
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FAQ
Kosher vs table salt? +
Different densities. Kosher is fluffier, so 1 cup kosher ≈ 3/4 cup table salt by weight.
Over-brining risk? +
Yes — anything over 24 hours turns the protein mushy. Stick to 1 hour per pound.