Quick Tricks for Roasts

You'd be amazed at how many simple little things pro-cooks do to elevate the flavors of their basic ingredients. Here are three quick tricks that are easy, yet make a world of difference when it comes to the end product. Even if you just like to throw things in a crock pot, some of these will make your meals even better, at no expense, and only a little time.

QUICK TRICK 1: Brining

 Brining: 

1 gallon water
1/2 - 3/4 cup kosher salt
12 cup sugar

Note: This method works especially well with chicken pieces or whole chickens, turkeys, short ribs, and tough cuts of meat. 


More great info on Brining times and tricks at CookShack



QUICK TRICK 2: Searing

Searing:

1) HOT pan - grapeseed oil

2) Coat roast with kosher salt and cracked pepper

3) Using tongs to lay the roast facing away from you, sear each side until it has a crispy brown crust to hold in the juices




QUICK TRICK 3: Saucing

1) With "sucs" or the leftover "fond" in the pan and some oil, keep the pan at a moderatly high heat and add some aromatics (