Pickle Meat

Prep: 30 min Cuisine: American

A flavorful traditional cured meat with a spicy, salty, and sweet coating, ideal for those who enjoy hearty, homemade preserved meats with a spicy kick.

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Ingredients

  • 1 gallon salt
  • 5 lb brown sugar
  • 2 oz cayenne pepper
  • 2 oz black pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix together 1 gallon of salt, 5 pounds of brown sugar, 2 ounces of cayenne pepper, and 2 ounces of black pepper for every 100 to 120 pounds of meat.
  2. Cut the meat into square pieces.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the meat.
  4. Pack the meat into a stone jar and place a weight on top so the brine covers the meat.
  5. Let it set for about 2 to 3 weeks.
  6. When ready to eat, slice the meat and roll in flour.
  7. Fry the meat as you would fried chicken.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

237 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.6g 11% DV
Total Fat 5.1g 7% DV
Carbs 54.7g 20% DV
Fiber 13.1g 47% DV
Sugar 27g 54% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9709mg 100% DV
Potassium 871mg 19% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 527mcg 59% DV
Vitamin C 19.1mg 21% DV
Calcium 174.5mg 13% DV
Iron 4.6mg 26% DV

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

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