Brine, Pork

By Judge99

Ingredients

• 3 c. water
• 1/4 c. salt (kosher preferred)
• 1/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 c. ice cubes

Preparation

Step 1

1. Stir together the water, salt, and sugar until dissolved. Stir in the ice and any other flavorings and cool the brine to 45 degrees or lower.

2. Place 4 pork chops in a zipper-lock bag. Pour in the flavor brine and seal the bag. Place the bag in a bowl in case it leaks and refrigerate for 2 to 6 hours, depending on the thickness of the chops. Remove the chops, discard the flavor brine, and pat the chops dry. Proceed with the recipe , or wrap the chops in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to cook, up to 2 days.