All-Purpose Pork Brine

Step 1

In a bowl or container mix the kosher salt, brown sugar, coriander seeds, peppercorns, mustard powder and bay leaves.

Step 2

Juice the citrus and and mix with the vinegar. Heat for 2 minutes in a microwave or on the stove top until it begins to simmer. Add the vinegar citrus mixture to the spices and swirl to dissolve salt and sugar. Let mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 3

Add ice cubes and stir to melt most of the ice.

Step 4

Add pork, making sure to cover with brine. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours (overnight).

Step 5

When ready to grill, rinse the pork chops, score each side slightly and grill as you like to desired doneness.