Tasso Ham Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tasso Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups sugar-based curing mixture (such as Morton(R) Tender Quick(R)); 1 1/2 cups white sugar; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons onion powder; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 gallon water; 10 pounds pork butt roast; 2 tablespoons ground mace; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 2 tablespoons onion powder; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon dried sage; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 2 tablespoons honey

Servings: persons

1 3/4 cups sugar-based curing mixture (such as Morton(R) Tender Quick(R))
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 gallon water
10 pounds pork butt roast
2 tablespoons ground mace
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons honey

1
To Make the Brine: In a medium bowl, combine curing mixture, sugar, pepper, 2 tablespoons onion powder, 2 tablespoons garlic powder and water. Mix until the salt and sugar are dissolved in the water.
2
Pour brine over pork. Allow pork to soak in brine for one week in the refrigerator.
3
Remove pork from brine, then discard brine. Rinse and pat dry the pork.
4
Preheat an outdoor smoker for 200 to 225 degrees F (95 to 110 degrees C).
5
To Make the Rub: In a medium bowl, mix together the mace, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 2 tablespoons onion powder, paprika, sage, thyme and honey.
6
Evenly coat the pork with the rub and work it in with your fingers. Place a roasting rack in a drip pan and lay the meat on the rack.
7
Smoke at 200 to 225 degrees F (95 to 110 degrees C) for 12 hours.

3450

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

180

Carbs

309

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 cups sugar-based curing mixture (such as Morton(R) Tender Quick(R)), 1 1/2 cups white sugar, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons onion powder, and more.

Yes, Tasso Ham falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tasso Ham

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