Scott's Recipe

Marinade - Pork Brine I

Category: Marinades, Rubs & Dressings

1 Qt water
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup brown sugar


1. Mix all ingredients together.
2. set meat in solution
3. You can also add spices, chopped garlic or onion, or even a dash of molasses or brandy.
4. Adjust the recipe to make sure your entire loin is submersed. Put the water and other ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from the heat to cool.
5. Add a couple cups of ice to bring the temperature of the brine down to about 45° F.
Pour the brine in a plastic bag and add your meat, shake if you have spices added, then place the bag into a bowl in case of leakage. Leave in the refrigerator For four hours to overnight.