Simple Pork Chop Brine
3 servings
servings2 minutes
active time1 hour
total timeIngredients
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
Directions
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
Serving Size
-
Calories
15 kcal
Total Fat
-
Saturated Fat
-
Unsaturated Fat
-
Trans Fat
-
Cholesterol
-
Sodium
326 mg
Total Carbohydrate
4 g
Dietary Fiber
-
Total Sugars
4 g
Protein
-
3 servings
servings2 minutes
active time1 hour
total time