Step 1

Trim the pork loin of any surface fat and silverskin.

Step 2

Slice the loin against the grain into 3/8 inch slices.

Step 3

Combine the cure ingredients and stir to dissolve.

Step 4

Mix the sliced pork with the cure and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

Step 5

Remove the pork from the cure, pat dry with paper towels and arrange on a rack with spacing between the pieces.

Step 6

Place the meat into a 325F oven for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the rack from the oven and lower the temperature of the oven to its lowest setting.

Step 8

Return the meat to the oven and dehydrate for 5-8 hours until the jerky is dry but pliable.