DirectionsStep1Prepare the cure. Combine all ingredients for the bacon cure in a bowl. It will be a paste-like consistency. This is exactly what you want.Step2Cure the pork belly. Place your slab of pork belly in a large plastic bag (either a large vacuum seal bag or a gallon zip top bag works great for this). Using your hands, transfer some of the cure to the bag with t…Step3Develop a pellicle. After the 7th day in the cure, remove the bacon from the bag. Gently rinse the pork belly to remove any thick slimy build-up on the exterior of the pork. Place it on a wire rack above a baking sheet. Pat t…Step4Smoke the bacon. Preheat your smoker to 160-170 degrees F using your favorite hardwood. Apple, maple, and hickory are all popular for smoked bacon. Place the pork belly directly on the grill grates, close the li…Step5Slice and cook. Let the bacon chill completely in the refrigerator before slicing. A cold slab of bacon is much easier to slice into even pieces. Slice your bacon as thick or as thin as you like (one beauty of makin…IngredientsIngredients1 5-pound slabPork Belly (skin removed)1 tablespoonFresh Cracked Black Pepper1 ¼ teaspoonsPrague Powder # 15 tablespoonsCoarse Kosher Salt5 tablespoonsBrown Sugar3 tablespoonsMaple Syrup (plus 1 teaspoon)3 tablespoonsCracked Black Pepper (plus 1 teaspoon)1 ½ teaspoonsRed Pepper Flakes (crushed)NutritionalNutritional24 Calories1 gTotal Fat1 mgCholesterol6 gCarbohydrate4 mgSodium1 gProteinFrom heygrillhey.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsNutritionalFeedbackThanks!Tell us more
Classic Traditional American Bacon Recipe
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WebDry the bacon to form the pellicle. Cold or Hot Smoke. Wrap & store to intensify the flavor. Firstly, I’ll go over the variations, then the steps finally, the other factors. A dry cure or a …
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WebDec 7, 2023 · Steps to make home-cured bacon: Place the tub with holes into the other bin and coat the bottom with a layer of salt and the optional sugar. Lay pork belly on the. Add …
WebJun 15, 2014 · In a large food-safe container, combine 1 gallon of water, 1 cup of plain (non-iodized) table salt, 1 cup of white sugar, 1 cup of brown …
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WebOct 12, 2012 · Smoke Break. Next, place the wood chunks on top of the charcoal. It takes about 5 minutes for them to start smoking. Wait until the initial burst of smoke passes before putting the meat in the smoker; the …
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WebOct 23, 2023 · Place your pan with the pork belly on it into the preheated oven. Allow it to cook for three hours without opening the oven. (Doing so will release heat, which will mean you just need to cook it for longer.) …
WebFeb 22, 2020 · How To Smoke Bacon. Smoking bacon transforms the cured pork belly into a rich, flavorful delight. Preheat your smoker to 200-225°F and use woods like hickory, apple, or cherry for a nuanced flavor. …
WebApr 11, 2023 · Proceed to smoking. To Smoke the Bacon: Preheat your smoker to 175-180 degrees F (do not exceed 200 F). (We use and love the Masterbuilt Digital Smoker). Smoke the bacon fat side up (as the fat …
WebJun 15, 2023 · 1 / 10. Heat the oven to 200°F: Line 1 or 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil and set the baking racks over top. You’ll typically need 1 baking sheet for thick-cut bacon or 2 baking sheets for thin-sliced …
WebMar 30, 2022 · Times & Temperatures. Bacon should smoke at a low temperature. Aim for about 165°F while smoking. Once the bacon is smoked, you can fry it in a pan as you would store-bought bacon or …
WebOct 25, 2022 · Pat dry, and return to fridge on a rack over a tray overnight to dry and for pellicle to form. Set up your smoker to run at 200°F, and smoke the pork belly until it hits an internal temp of 150°F, around 3 hours. …
WebNov 2, 2014 · Save the bacon drippings. While your bacon is cooking lay out a section of newspaper several sheets thick, and cover it with a layer of paper towels. As soon as the bacon is done, move it to the paper towel …
WebOct 21, 2021 · Into that water add 1 ounce (equivalent to 1 heaping TBS) curing salt #1, ½ cup white sugar, ½ cup dark brown sugar, and ½ cup coarse kosher salt. Use a wooden …
WebMay 6, 2020 · 2 tsp onion powder. 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper. Combine the salt, sugar, Cure #1 (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Apply the dry cure mix evenly on all sides of the …
WebJul 31, 2021 · Line an aluminum cookie sheet with parchment paper and lay the slices of pork belly on the paper. Brush the maple syrup on one side of the pork belly slices and sprinkle on a pinch or two each of salt and …
WebInstructions. Make the curing solution: Combine 6 cups (1 1/2 quarts) water and the rest of the ingredients except the pork loin. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring to dissolve the …