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Pork Chop Brine

Yield
2 pork chops
Prep info
10 min prep + 2 hours fridge
Prep time
Not set
Cook time
2 hours, 10 minutes
Time required
2 hours, 10 minutes
Oven preheat
N/A
Type
Mains - Misc
Status
Favourite
Tags
alton brown brine chops pork salt

Ingredients

  • 2 pork chops
  • 2 T table salt
  • 110 g brown sugar
  • 1/2 T black peppercorns
  • 1/2 T mustard powder
  • 1 c vinegar, heated
  • 225 g ice cubes

Method

In a plastic container put the salt, sugar, peppercorns, and mustard powder. Add the hot vinegar and swirl to dissolve. Let mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavor. Add ice cubes and shake to melt most of the ice. Add chops and cover with brine. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

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