Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
4 quart

apple juice

1 quart

distilled white vinegar

5 pound

sugar

2 cup

salt

1 cup

monosodium glutamate

Step 1
~4 min

Combine apple juice and distilled white vinegar in a large stockpot over medium heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add sugar, salt, and monosodium glutamate while stirring continuously.

Step 3
~4 min

Stir until all seasonings are completely dissolved.

Step 4
~4 min

Do not boil the mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Remove the stockpot from the heat.

Step 6
~4 min

Allow the liquid to cool completely before storing.

Step 7
~4 min

Pour the cooled marinade into a large bottle or container.

Step 8
~4 min

Refrigerate the marinade for up to 1 year.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For best results, inject the marinade into the pork at least 1 hour before cooking.

Use a meat injector to evenly distribute the marinade throughout the pork.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made up to 1 year in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
May be challenging for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Inject into pork shoulder, pork loin, or ribs.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Baked Beans
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

USA

Cultural Significance

Barbecue

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Labor Day
Summer Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer Barbecue
Party
Grilling

Popularity Score

75/100

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