Enter: New York Times food columnist Eric Kim's spicy, chile-roasted ... salting the bird and letting it dry brine for three days, Kim advises placing the turkey in the refrigerator for 24 hours ...

Whip it into a spicy dressing ... of pickle brine for marinating meats like chicken thighs or turkey breasts. "Pickle brine brings a unique umami flavor and helps tenderize the meat," she ...