I was watching the TV program How It's Made, which airs on the Science Channel.
One such ep had a segment on how bacon is made. And then, I thought to myself; "Hmm, I wonder if I can do that!"
It is made using pork bellies with the skin & excess fat being removed. It would take some time to do, because it has to be cured for at least a couple of days, slow cooked in the oven & then partially frozen, which aids in easier slicing of the meat. Then the slices went for a quick run in a long microwave oven for about a few minutes.
Are there any safety precautions that must be taken beforehand? What the risks might be? And will it come out right? I DO have a meat slicer to slice it with when it is cured. I would imagine that it has to be soaked in brine and some liquid smoke first. Just wondering if it would work or not.
I'm seriously considering getting this kit to do it with (link below).
http://www.countrybrewer.com.au/products/Epicurean-Bacon-Making-Kit.html
One such ep had a segment on how bacon is made. And then, I thought to myself; "Hmm, I wonder if I can do that!"
It is made using pork bellies with the skin & excess fat being removed. It would take some time to do, because it has to be cured for at least a couple of days, slow cooked in the oven & then partially frozen, which aids in easier slicing of the meat. Then the slices went for a quick run in a long microwave oven for about a few minutes.
Are there any safety precautions that must be taken beforehand? What the risks might be? And will it come out right? I DO have a meat slicer to slice it with when it is cured. I would imagine that it has to be soaked in brine and some liquid smoke first. Just wondering if it would work or not.
I'm seriously considering getting this kit to do it with (link below).
http://www.countrybrewer.com.au/products/Epicurean-Bacon-Making-Kit.html
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