Backwoods®

Backwoods® Meat Cure

Backwoods® Meat Cure

$2.99
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Description
Created for culinary enthusiasts who take pleasure in crafting their own homemade delicacies, our Backwoods® Flavor Enhancers are a designed to enhance the natural flavors and improve overall palatability of meat products.
 
A combination of approximately 94% salt and 6% sodium nitrite, Our Meat Cure is used for curing meat products that require short cures that will be cooked or brined, such as sausage, pepperoni, jerky, bacon, and ham. Often referred to as Prague Powder #1 or Insta Cure #1, our meat cure gives meat the pink "cured" color in sausages and snack sticks, aids in the preservation of meat, helps reduce the risk of botulism, and enhances the flavor of the finished product.
 
Use 1 oz. of Cure for 25 lbs. of meat or a scant 1/4 teaspoon (1.1 g) for 1 lb. of meat. Caution: do not overuse.
 
Directions for Use:
  • For Sausage: Mix LEM Cure, seasoning and water until well blended and then mix with meat. Stuff and smoke or cook sausage to internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  • For a Standard or 20% Brine: For 100 lbs. of meat, mix 4 ozs. of Backwoods® Cure, 1 1/2 lbs. of salt, 1/4 lb. of sugar and 2 gallons of water. The salt and sugar levels may be adjusted to the desired final taste. Other spices or seasonings can be added for flavor.

Specs

  • Type: Flavor Enhancer
  • Use For: Making cured meats that require short cures and will then be cooked
  • Benefits: Adds flavor and color, aids in preservation, and reduces the risk of botulism
  • Use With: Wild game and domestic meat
  • Pounds of Meat Seasoned: 100 pounds per 4 oz. packet: 1 oz. per 25 lbs. of meat or a scant 1/4 teaspoon for 1 lb. of meat

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THE LEADER IN GAME PROCESSING SINCE 1990

For generations, LEM Products has been the trusted leader in meat and game processing, with a journey that began in a garage and has grown into a legacy of innovation and quality. From humble beginnings, the dream was simple: to create reliable, high-performance equipment that empowers people to process, prepare, and preserve food with confidence. Today, that dream continues to thrive, guiding us to deliver exceptional products and unparalleled customer service. Whether you’re grinding for the first time, crafting delicious sausages, or making homemade jerky, we’ve made it easy to help you preserve the freshness of your harvest for longer. With over 1,300 products available for purchase on Meat Processing Equipment | LEM Products and in more than 3,500 retail locations across the US and Canada, we’re proud to be a trusted resource for home processors everywhere. At LEM, we believe the journey of home processing is both rewarding and empowering. It’s about taking pride in what you provide for your family and celebrating the process. We’re here to support you every step of the way, helping turn your food processing dreams into reality for years to come.

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