This Molasses-Cured Pork Shoulder Bacon is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Instructions
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Put pork butt, fat side up, on a work surface, then halve horizontally with a sharp large knife.
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Stir together water, salt, brown sugar, and Instacure in storage tub until solids are dissolved, about 3 minutes, then add molasses and stir until dissolved. Add ice and stir until cure is cold (ice may not be completely melted; keeping liquid cold slows salt absorption).
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Add pork to cure, then weight with a large plate to keep submerged. Chill, tub covered with a lid or plastic wrap, 36 hours.
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Rinse pork and pat dry, then discard brine. Sprinkle pork evenly with pepper (if using).
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Prepare grill and smoke bacon: See preceding recipe.
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Cut bacon crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices with a sharp knife, then fry in a heavy skillet over moderately low heat, turning, until browned. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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Why this Molasses-Cured Pork Shoulder Bacon works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Molasses-Cured Pork Shoulder Bacon that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Molasses-Cured Pork Shoulder Bacon recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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