#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 Pink Curing Salt, 2.5 Pound

Hoosier Hill Farm Prague Powder No.1 Pink Curing Salt, 2.5 Pound

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Brand
Hoosier Hill
Flavour
distinct
Item weight
2.5 Pounds
Number of Items
1
Unit count
2.5 Pounds

🥩Cures up to 1000 lbs meat

🧪6.25% sodium nitrite formula

⚖️2.5 lbs precise curing salt

Description

🥓 Cure Like a Pro, Impress Like a Boss

SAFETY MEETS FLAVOR - FDA & USDA compliant 6.25% sodium nitrite blend inhibits harmful bacteria while locking in that signature cured taste and color.
EFFORTLESS EXPERTISE - Finely ground powder dissolves quickly for uniform curing—ideal for both seasoned charcuterie artists and ambitious home chefs.
MASTER YOUR MEAT GAME - Perfectly cure up to 1000 lbs of meat with just 2.5 lbs of Prague Powder No.1—precision that pros trust.
FRESHNESS YOU CAN TRUST - Resealable packaging keeps your curing salt fresh and ready for multiple batches, backed by Hoosier Hill Farm’s heritage of quality.
VERSATILE CULINARY ESSENTIAL - From bacon and pastrami to jerky and hard salami, this pink curing salt elevates every cured meat project with consistent results.

Hoosier Hill Farm Prague Powder No.1 Pink Curing Salt is a 2.5-pound finely ground curing salt containing 6.25% sodium nitrite and 93.75% sodium chloride. Designed to safely cure up to 1000 lbs of meat, it prevents bacterial growth while enhancing flavor and color in a variety of cured meats including bacon, sausage, and jerky. Packaged in a resealable bag, it offers consistent, professional-grade results trusted by home and expert meat curers alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B00C2PIC92
Best Sellers Rank	#29,263 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #32 in Flavored Salt
Brand	Hoosier Hill Farm
Brand Name	Hoosier Hill Farm
Color	Pink
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 3,924 Reviews
Flavor	distinct flavor
Flavour	distinct flavor
Item Form	Powder
Item Package Weight	1.2 Kilograms
Item Weight	2.5 Pounds
Item weight	2.5 Pounds
Manufacturer	Hoosier Hill Farm LLC
Model Number	HHF118
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Package weight	1.2 Kilograms
Part Number	853881004809
Size	1133.98 g (Pack of 1)
UPC	853881004809
Unit Count	2.5 Pounds
Unit count	2.5 Pounds

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