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How to Dehydrate Pork
The Other White Meat!

Have fun learning how to dehydrate pork! In the summer, we love to cook out and enjoy all the delicious food that comes with it. One of our favorite things to grill is pork chops.

They are a leaner alternative to beef, and they always seem to be a hit with everyone at the table. At Easy Food Dehydrating, we're going to show you how to dehydrate pork chops so you can have them all year long!

How to Dehydrate Pork

The first step in dehydrating pork is to cut it into thin strips. This is easily achieved by cutting the pork against the grain into thin strips, or by using a meat slicer. After the pork has been cut, it is important to season it with salt and pepper. Then it is ready to be placed on the dehydrator trays.

The pork should be dried at a temperature of 145°F for four to six hours, or until it is dry and brittle. Once it is finished, the pork can be stored in an airtight container for later use.

Read how to dehydrate PORK BELLY here.

Different Cuts of Pork Suitable for Dehydrating

Pork is a versatile meat that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's also a great choice for dehydrating.

There are many different cuts of pork that are suitable for dehydration. Some of the most popular cuts include pork loin, pork chops, and pork belly.

Pork loin is a lean cut of meat that is ideal for dehydrating. It has a small amount of fat, which helps to keep the meat moist during the drying process.

Pork chops are another lean cut of pork that is perfect for dehydration. They have a little more fat than pork loin, but not enough to make them difficult to dry.

145°F vs 165°F - Which is Right?

Yes, pork can be dehydrated at different temperatures. Higher temperatures will result in a quicker dehydration time, but may also produce a lower quality product.

How to Dehydrate Pork Belly

What Can You Use Dehydrated Pork In?

Dehydrated pork can be used in a variety of dishes. It's often used as a flavoring ingredient or as a filling for tacos, burritos, and sandwiches.

It can also be rehydrated and used in soups, stews, and casseroles.

Can You Dehydrate Bacon?

Bacon is a great option for dehydrating because it is already so lean. There is no need to remove any fat before dehydrating, and the process will actually help to render out some of the fat from the bacon.

Cut the bacon into strips and then season with salt and pepper. Dehydrate at 145 degrees Fahrenheit for four to six hours, or until it is dry and brittle. Store in an airtight container for later use.

Does Dehydrating Bacon Mess up a Dehydrator?

No, not if you do it right. Dehydrating pork products is easy and bacon is no exception. Pork fat renders at a lower temperature than beef fat, so it's important to keep an eye on the process. If bacon is left in too long, it will become hard and brittle.

Here are Some Tips for Dehydrating Bacon:

• Cut the bacon into strips before dehydrating (already done, if bought in the store!) This will help it render more evenly.
• Put the bacon on a rack so that air can circulate around it. This will help it dehydrate more evenly.
• Dehydrate at a lower temperature than you would beef. Pork fat renders at a lower temperature than beef.

Susan Gast began Easy Food Dehydrating in December 2010. Read Susan's story of what sparked her interest in all things related to "food dehydrating."

She is featured on Mother Earth News blog, and on Solo Build It (SBI) who host this site. Read her first SBI interview, and her second SBI interview.

Since 1980, Susan's involvement in publishing - in one form or another - led her to create a "review site" of products related to the publishing industry. Visit ePubTechReviews today, also hosted by Solo Build It. Susan also runs her namesake site SusanGast.com on Solo Build It that showcases the books she has written since 2010.

Do you want to send Susan a quick message? Visit her contact page here. She'd love to hear from you!

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