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2 c Apple Juice
1 c Water
1 Tbsp Coarse Black Pepper
1/4 c Salt
1/4 c Light Brown Sugar
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (Optional)
Bring to a simmer whilst stirring to dissolve sugar and salt,remove from heat to cool.
Once cooled I put chops in gallon zip bag,add brine and remove as much air in bag as possible.I refrigerate 18-24 hrs with bag in a pan - in case of leakage.Flip and massage at least once.
Last I did I smoked over cherry - said Pecan at start of thread but changed my mind: https://www.smokingmeatforums.com/threads/fat-chops.270335/