Cure the Pork Belly
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What happens here
After applying the dry cure, place the pork belly into a resealable plastic bag or a non-reactive container. Ensure the pork belly is completely enclosed and the cure is in good contact with all surfaces. Refrigerate the pork belly for 7 to 10 days. During this time, flip the bag or container daily to redistribute the cure and ensure even penetration. This process allows the salt to draw out moisture and cure the meat, transforming it into bacon.
Goal: Allow the pork belly to cure over several days in the refrigerator.
Tools and materials
- Refrigerator — Maintaining cold temperature for curing
- Resealable Plastic Bag — Containing the pork belly during curing
- Cured Pork Belly Unspecified — The main ingredient after initial preparation