Ingredients

  • water, as needed
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 2 small onions, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups kosher salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 lemons, sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped

Method

  • Fill a large pot with water to about 3/4-full; add carrots, celery, onions, kosher salt, brown sugar, lemon slices, bell pepper, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer mixture for 10 minutes.
  • Let the brine cool at room temperature for 10 minutes before refrigerating to chill completely, at least 1 hour more.
  • Strain brine into a separate food-safe container.