How I Make Canadian Bacon

pork loin

🥗Healthier: turkey loin

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey loin offers a leaner option, while pork shoulder is more economical.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground black pepper

White pepper can provide a milder flavor.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: flour

Oat flour is a gluten-free alternative, while regular flour is often less expensive.

Trim all the fat off the pork loin.

Cure the pork loin with granulated sugar, non-iodized salt, and pink salt cure #1 for several days in the refrigerator.

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

Pat the pork dry with paper towels.

Roll the pork in cornmeal to coat evenly.

Preheat a skillet over medium heat until hot.

Add the coated pork to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove the pork from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve slices warm, optionally with eggs or on a sandwich.

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