Tocino (Version 4)

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, salt and red beet powder in a small bowl.
2. 2
   Liberally rub the pork with the curing mixture and place in a container or zip top bag large enough to hold everything together.
3. 3
   Add whatever is left of the sugar, salt, and red beet powder and refrigerate for two days.
4. 4
   After the second day, the cured pork can be either pan-fried or grilled.
5. 5
   When pan-frying, heat the oil in a large pan over medium-to-high heat.
6. 6
   Pan-fry the pork slices for two to three minutes on each side, until cooked through and browned.
7. 7
   Transfer to a plate and continue frying the remaining pork slices.
8. 8
   When grilling, grill the pork slices for two to three minutes on each side, until nicely charred.