K Kruger
TVWBB 1-Star Olympian
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Supposedly this curing agent can form carcinogenic compunds when exposed to high heat in meats </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
It doesn't take curing salt--nitrosamines can form without it. It's not something I concern myself with, personally, but if you want to give the citric acid a shot, go ahead. Note that citric acid is not a requirement in cured meats.
You can buy TQ on line. Not a fan myself, as I prefer using recipes made with curing salt; cheaper. I buy here.
It doesn't take curing salt--nitrosamines can form without it. It's not something I concern myself with, personally, but if you want to give the citric acid a shot, go ahead. Note that citric acid is not a requirement in cured meats.
You can buy TQ on line. Not a fan myself, as I prefer using recipes made with curing salt; cheaper. I buy here.