MOLASSES-CURED PORK SHOULDER BACON

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Categories     Pork     Side     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Molasses     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 4 1/2 lbs

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (4- to 6-lb) boneless pork shoulder Boston roast (Boston butt)
6 cups water
1 cup kosher salt
2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons Instacure No. 1*
1/2 cup mild molasses
3 cups ice cubes
4 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper (optional)
Special Equipment
1- to 2-gallon plastic storage tub or stainless-steel bowl; a 221/2-inch covered kettle grill with a hinged top rack; a 12- by 8- by 2-inch disposable aluminum roasting pan; 3 lb hardwood sawdust*; charcoal briquettes; a chimney starter; long metal tongs; an instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Put pork butt, fat side up, on a work surface, then halve horizontally with a sharp large knife.
  • Stir together water, salt, brown sugar, and Instacure in storage tub until solids are dissolved, about 3 minutes, then add molasses and stir until dissolved. Add ice and stir until cure is cold (ice may not be completely melted; keeping liquid cold slows salt absorption).
  • Add pork to cure, then weight with a large plate to keep submerged. Chill, tub covered with a lid or plastic wrap, 36 hours.
  • Rinse pork and pat dry, then discard brine. Sprinkle pork evenly with pepper (if using).
  • Prepare grill and smoke bacon: See preceding recipe.
  • Cut bacon crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices with a sharp knife, then fry in a heavy skillet over moderately low heat, turning, until browned. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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Malcolm C. Leukes
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I don't have a smoker. Can I still make this bacon?


Hussnain Abdullah
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This recipe is too expensive. I can't afford to buy all of the ingredients.


Dacee
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I'm not a fan of molasses. I don't think I would like this bacon.


Abida Faisal
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be a lot of work.


pol capilitan
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making this bacon again and again.


Aine Siaraah
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious.


DJTEN4
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best bacon recipe I've ever tried.


Himel Mondal
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This bacon is a little bit spicy, but I like it that way. It's the perfect balance of sweet and heat.


Bhupendra kr Kushwaha
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I love the smoky flavor of this bacon. It's so much better than store-bought bacon.


Becky Brynjolfsson
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This is the perfect recipe for homemade bacon. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Kamranskami Kami
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I've made this bacon several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Leanne Gordge
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This bacon is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I love it on sandwiches, in salads, and even just as a snack.


Asif Mansouri
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I'm not a big fan of bacon, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and I can't stop eating it.


Davy Lowery
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This is the best bacon I've ever had! It's so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Shazad Shazad
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The bacon was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Amrita Bhattarai
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This bacon is amazing! It's so flavorful and has the perfect amount of smokiness. I'll definitely be making this again.