PICKLED PORK - ALTON BROWN

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From "Good Eats," episode "American Classics III." Used to make Red Beans and Rice. Note that this is a flavoring method, and is not edible as is; it still has to be cooked first!

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Pork

Time P3D

Yield 1 1/2 lb, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
1 tablespoon celery seed
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 tablespoons hot sauce
1 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup kosher salt
6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 cups water
1/2 lb ice
1 1/2 lbs boneless pork butt

Steps:

  • Combine mustard seeds, celery seeds, bay leaf, peppercorns, hot sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and water in a saucepan. Place over medium-high heat until boiling, reduce to a simmer, and maintain for 3 minutes. Turn off heat and add ice.
  • Cut pork butt into 2" cubes. Place in a large zip top bag. When the brine is cool, pour it in as well. Press out as much air as possible and seal the bag. Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 days, turning bag a couple of times a day.
  • Keeps 2 weeks in the refrigerator; after that, drain and freeze. Note that this is NOT edible as is; it still has to be cooked!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 4915.7, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 4.7, Protein 22.6

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