Tocino (Version 5) Recipe

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Tocino (Version 5)
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Directions:

  1. Combine both sugars, the garlic, salt, beet powder (or food colouring), and soy sauce in a very large resealable zipper top bag (2 gallons) or a stain-proof container with a tight fitting lid.
  2. Close the bag or container tightly and shake to combine ingredients evenly.
  3. Open the bag or container, drop the pork slices in and reseal.
  4. If using a bag, squeeze the bag to thoroughly coat all of the pork with the sugar and salt mixture.
  5. If using a container, use your hands to move the pork around to be sure it is thoroughly coated in the mixture then close the container tightly.
  6. Put the bag or container in the refrigerator and let it cure for at least 2 days before using, but up to 4.
  7. Alternatively, you can put the container or bag directly into the freezer (letting it sit for at least a week before using) for up to 6 months.
  8. Whether using fresh from the refrigerator or directly from the freezer, remove the amount of tocino you want to cook and let it sit in a colander for several minutes to drain any excess liquid.
  9. You may either grill the tocino over high, direct heat, or pan fry in batches.
  10. To pan fry, heat about 2 teaspoons of oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
  11. Fry the pieces until cooked through and browned with little charred bits, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 502.89 Kcal (2105 kJ)
Calories from fat 142.93 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.88g 24%
Cholesterol 151.96mg 51%
Sodium 3839.57mg 160%
Potassium 833.17mg 18%
Total Carbs 42.72g 14%
Sugars 41.74g 167%
Dietary Fiber 0.17g 1%
Protein 45.81g 92%
Vitamin C 2.6mg 4%
Iron 2.7mg 15%
Calcium 59.1mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 175.8 Kcal (736 kJ)
Calories from fat 49.97 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.55g 24%
Cholesterol 53.12mg 51%
Sodium 1342.26mg 160%
Potassium 291.26mg 18%
Total Carbs 14.93g 14%
Sugars 14.59g 167%
Dietary Fiber 0.06g 1%
Protein 16.01g 92%
Vitamin C 0.9mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 15%
Calcium 20.7mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 11.3
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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