Bourbon Cured Beef Belly Recipe
Pretzel Sticks | Spiced Fruit Chutney
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Ingredients
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Bourbon Cured Beef Belly
Method
Bourbon Cured Beef Belly
- 1
Prepare the Cure
In a bowl, mix together the bourbon, brown sugar, kosher salt, black peppercorns, minced garlic, fresh thyme, and mustard seeds until well combined.
- 2
Cure the Beef
Place the beef belly in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the cure mixture over the beef, ensuring it is completely coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 5-7 days, turning the meat every 2 days.
- 3
Rinse and Dry
After the curing period, remove the beef belly from the cure mixture, rinse it under cold water, and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 4
Smoke or Roast
Preheat your smoker or oven to 200°F (93°C). If smoking, smoke the beef belly for approximately 2-3 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 150°F (65°C). If roasting, place it in the oven and roast until the same internal temperature is reached.
- 5
Cool and Slice
Allow the cured beef belly to cool completely before slicing it thinly against the grain. Serve with pretzel sticks and spiced fruit chutney.
