WINED AND BRINED PORK LOIN

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I received a version of this recipe from the Chef at Jackson 20 in Alexandria, VA and tweaked it a bit. However you prepare your pork loin, brine it first in this mild brine and result will be a mouthwateringly tender pork loin! I buy organic loins when they are on sale, brine them, vacuum seal and freeze them.

Provided by Tess Geer

Categories     Pork

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 qt water
1 c coarse sea salt or kosher salt
1 bottle dry white wine
8 fresh sage leaves
4 fresh rosemary springs
4 bay leaves
1 tsp juniper berries
1 tsp black peppercorns, whole

Steps:

  • 1. Combine 1 quart water and all other ingredients in a large stock pot.
  • 2. Bring to a boil stirring occasionally. Boil until salt is dissolved.
  • 3. Remove from heat and add cold water. Allow to return to room temperature. Do NOT move on to step 4 until water has thoroughly cooled.
  • 4. Immerse pork loin in brine making sure loin is completely covered. Weigh down with a plate if necessary.
  • 5. Refrigerate for 1-4 days. Remove loin from brine, rinse, pat dry and let set out at room temperature for at least one hour before cooking as desired.

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