Ingredients for Alton Brown's 2 Hour Mustard Brine For Pork Chops Or Roast
- 4-6 large, thick-cut pork chops
- 3/4 cup kosher salt (or 1 cup for a saltier brine)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons mustard powder
- 2 cups hot white vinegar
- 2 cups ice cubes
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How to Make Alton Brown's 2 Hour Mustard Brine For Pork Chops Or Roast
- In a large plastic container with a lid, combine 3/4 cup kosher salt (or 1 cup for a saltier brine), 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, and 2 tablespoons mustard powder.
- Add 2 cups of hot white vinegar and stir vigorously until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved.
- Let the mixture stand at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the brine and stir gently until most of the ice has melted. This will cool the brine for the pork.
- Carefully submerge 4-6 large, thick-cut pork chops in the brine, ensuring they are completely covered. If necessary, use a smaller container to ensure the brine covers the pork chops.
- Cover the container tightly with its lid and refrigerate for exactly 2 hours.
- Remove pork chops from the brine and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and cook as desired (grill, pan-fry, bake). Enjoy incredibly juicy and flavorful pork chops!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
712 g
Sugar
172g
Fat
30g
Carbs
15g
