Apple Cider Brine for Smoked Pork Loin

Apple Cider Brine for Smoked Pork Loin

Apple Cider Brine for Smoked Pork Loin

5 mins
24 hrs
2+ gallons

Pork loin has little fat, so the meat doesn’t have a source of moisture to keep it juicy while smoking. One solution to this is using a brine. Not only can brines tenderize and add flavor, but they also give a juiciness to meats that soak in even extra moisture. Try this recipe for apple cider smoked pork loin brine.

Ingredients

FOR THE BRINE

  • 2 gallons water
  • 2 cups dark brown sugar
  • 2 cups coarse salt
  • 1/4 cup ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ground cumin
  • 4 large sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 cup black pepper, coarsely ground
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce

Directions

Step 1 Of 3
1
Fill a large pot with the water.
2
Add the remainder of the ingredients, and stir.
3
Brine meat overnight or 24 hours.
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