English Bacon – How to make English Bacon cured and cooked

pork loin

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon offers a lower-fat alternative, while ham is often less expensive.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is more budget-friendly.

Cure the pork loin with a mixture of salt, brown sugar, and curing agents for several days.

Rinse the cured pork under cold water to remove excess salt.

Pat the pork dry with paper towels.

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat.

Slice the cured pork into thin strips.

Place the bacon slices on the grill or skillet.

Cook until crispy and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.

Remove the bacon from the heat and let it drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with breakfast items or in sandwiches.

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