Citizen Cider Pork Roast
- 4 Pork Chops
- 32 oz. (2 cans) Citizen Cider Lake Hopper
- 4 C. Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Granny Smith Apple, sliced
- 1 Small Onion, sliced thin
- 3 Ribs Celery, sliced thin
- 10 Cloves Garlic, roughly chopped
- 3 T. Mustard Seeds
- 3 ea. Cinnamon Stick, whole
- 3 ea. Star Anise, whole
- 10 ea. Clove, whole
- 3 ea. Rosemary Sprig
- Half Bunch Thyme
- 3 ea. Bay Leaf
- 0.25 C. Kosher Salt
- 2 C. Sugar
Directions:
- Place the pork chops in a deep container that you can seal. PRO TIP: Freezer bags work in a pinch.
- Combine everything except the pork chops in a stainless-steel bowl and whisk together until the sugar and salt dissolve.
- Pour the cold brine over the pork chops and let sit for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- The next day, remove the pork chops from the brine and pat dry.
- Season with salt and cracked black pepper and grill over your favorite type of wood, gas, or charcoal.
- Cook the pork until it reaches 145 degrees.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
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