Darnoc,My brine is a bit weaker than yours.1 Quart of water 3 tablespoons of sea salt (or kosher) 2 tablespoon of sugarSalt & sugar dissolved in a pint of hot water, pint of iced water added to chill it back down. In a zipper bag in the refrigerator, brine for 10 minutes, rinse and rest for 10 minutes. Cook as usual.~thirdeye~