#1. Or #2. For making smoked summer sausage. I will be fully cooking this in the smoker to the correct temp

Kind of confusing, but the #1 is for corned beef and bacon. The #2 is for dry curing sausage...

what is the shelf life

The container has a "best buy" date about 5 years in the future, but considering that this is salt, a mineral that has been around since the beginning of time, the shelf life is essentially forever. It reminds me of the expiration dates on bottles of water.

If I am using a dehydrator, should I use # 1 or #2 curing salt for jerky?

I use a dehydrator regularly making beef and wild game jerky. I always use #1. I add about 1 teaspoon of #1 for every 5-6 lbs of meat.

Would this be good for curing a pork loin? I usually hang them for about 4 months to cure

Short answer: Yes. It is a supplement adding nitrates to inhibit bacteria and not a direct salt replacement.Long answer is you need to know the amount of nitrates and nitrites you are using to inhibit bacteria growth. This is not a salt replacement in a recipe, it is an addition of nitrates mixed with salt. If your rub calls for 1/2 cup of salt you would replace about a teaspoon of your straight salt with #1 pink salt. We use 1 table spoon of potassium nitrate (saltpeter) to process about 60 pounds of venison/pork sausage. I think 1/4 teaspoon of pink salt per pound of loin would work but I am not trained so take that with a grain of salt. ;)Please do not use this as a straight substitute for salt in any recipe. You will give someone a heart attack.

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Hoosier Hill Farm Prague Powder No.1 Curing Salt, 2.5LB (Pack of 1)

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Brand
Hoosier Hill
Flavor
Curing Salt
Item Weight
2.5 pounds
Number of Items
1
Unit Count
40 Ounce

🧂2.5 lbs premium curing salt

⚖️Precise 1oz per 25lbs curing ratio

🛡️Prevents bacteria & food poisoning

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🧂 Cure Like a Pro, Impress Like a Boss!

SAFETY MEETS FLAVOR - Sodium nitrite blend locks in flavor while safeguarding against harmful bacteria.
VERSATILE CULINARY ESSENTIAL - Ideal for sausages, bacon, jerky, corned beef, and smoked meats—your all-in-one curing solution.
CONSISTENT RESULTS EVERY TIME - Use exact measurements for flawless curing—because your craft deserves no compromises.
MASTER THE ART OF MEAT CURING - Perfectly cure up to 100 lbs of meat with one container—precision that pros trust.
LONG LASTING READY WHEN YOU ARE - Store in a cool, dry place for maximum shelf life—always fresh, always reliable.

Hoosier Hill Farm Prague Powder No.1 is a 2.5 lb pink curing salt blend of table salt and sodium nitrite designed for wet curing meats. Trusted by culinary professionals, it safely preserves flavor and appearance while preventing bacterial growth. Perfect for curing sausages, bacon, jerky, and more, it offers precise dosing to cure up to 100 lbs of meat, making it an essential tool for gourmet meat preparation.

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ASIN	B00C2PIC92
ASIN	B00C2PIC92
Age Range Description	Adults
Best Sellers Rank	#11,275 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #15 in Table Salts
Brand Name	Hoosier Hill Farm
Color	Pink
Container Type	Box
Culinary Salt Type	Curing Salt
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,082)
Flavor	Curing Salt
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	1.2 kg
Item Type Name	Prague Powder #1
Item Weight	2.5 pounds
Item model number	HHF118
Manufacturer	Hoosier Hill Farm LLC
Manufacturer	Hoosier Hill Farm LLC
Model Number	HHF118
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	HHF118
Product Dimensions	5 x 5 x 5 inches; 2.5 pounds
Set Name	2.5 lbs (40 oz) Pack
Size	40 Ounce (Pack of 1)
UPC	853881004809
UPC	853881004809
Unit Count	40 Ounce
Units	40 Ounce
Warranty Description	Money Back Guarantee

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