This recipe is for 25 pounds of beef, but can scaled down. Prague powder number 1 is a commercial curing product that can be found at sausage supply shops. You may want to reduce the amount of salt, as this amount was used as a preservative.
Ingredients
- 5 quartss ice water
- 6 ounces salt
- 3 ounces Prague powder number 1
- 3 ounces white sugar
- 2 tablespoons pickling spice
- 25 pounds beef brisket
Instructions
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1
In a large plastic bucket or tub, mix together the ice water, salt, Prague powder, sugar and pickling spice. Submerge meat in the mixture, and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days. A weight may be placed on top of the meat to keep it submerged.
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2
Cook corned beef as you normally would. Simmer or roast for about 50 minutes per pound, or until tender.
Nutrition Facts
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