elaine l
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I am unclear on exactly what brine is and why is it needed? Is it a marinade? I guess you can tell by my post that I haven't ever brined anything.
...and soaking potatoes before roasting or frying is good, too.
I definitely would not soak potatoes before frying - hot oil and water/liquid do NOT mix!
Actually, cut potatoes in water for 20-30 minutes improves the frying by removing some of the surface starch.
kitchenelf is right about moisture and frying. The potatoes MUST be completely dried off before frying.
It depends on the size of the meat. Chicken breasts I do for 2 hours, no longer than 3. A whole chicken I do for 5-6 hours.And how long would I leave the meat in the brine?