Simple Pork Chop Brine
3 servings
portions2 minutes
temps actif1 hour
temps totalIngrédients
4 cups water (room temperature or slightly cool)
4 tablespoons kosher salt - 58g
1 tablespoon white sugar - 12g
Optional seasonings: 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary or fresh thyme, 5-6 peppercorns, 1 clove garlic cut in half), a bay leaf
Instructions
MAKE COLD BRINE SOLUTION: Add all brine solution ingredients to large food-grade bag (e.g. ziploc) or a glass or stainless steel large bowl. Stir or squish bag until salt and sugar are dissolved (30 seconds). Note 1.
BRINE PORK CHOPS: Add pork chops to bag or bowl ensuring they are fully submerged in the brine solution. Place in fridge. For thinner pork chops (1/2 inch/0.27cm or less), brine for 30-60 minutes. For thicker chops, brine 1-2 hours.
FINISH AND CONTINUE WITH PORK CHOP RECIPE: Remove from brining bag or bowl and discard brine. Rinse pork chops under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Continue with pork chop recipe.
Nutrition
Taille de Portion
-
Calories
15 kcal
Lipides Totaux
-
Lipides Saturés
-
Lipides Insaturés
-
Acides Gras Trans
-
Cholestérol
-
Sodium
326 mg
Glucides Totaux
4 g
Fibres Diététiques
-
Sucres Totaux
4 g
Protéines
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3 servings
portions2 minutes
temps actif1 hour
temps total