Curing Ham - Country Style

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Ingredients

  • 8 c. salt (uniodized)
  • 3 c. sugar (granulated)
  • 1 1/2 oz. saltpeter (optional)
  • 50 lb. unsalted fresh hams
  • black pepper (enough to cover ham liberally)

Instructions

  1. Weigh hams to be cured.
  2. Cool until body heat is out.
  3. Divide sugar and salt into 3 equal parts.
  4. Use mix at three different times.
  5. First application is when meat is cool.
  6. Second application is on the third day.
  7. Third application is on the tenth day.
  8. Be sure to fill shank end with mixture.
  9. Rub salt on skin, also.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

86 kcal 4% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 0.9g 1% DV
Carbs 21.9g 8% DV
Fiber 7.4g 27% DV
Sugar 0.2g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9696.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 396mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 6.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 122.8mg 9% DV
Iron 2.7mg 15% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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