Casings

[Nrcamo]

I see some folks adding vinegar to the soaking solution for hog casings. Would someone tell me the reason for doing so? Thanks.

[Mr Walleye]

It will make the casings have a more tender bit. I've never really had a problem with the bit of the casings but I did try it once. I don't know if I soaked them too long or used too much vinegar but I did have a lot of problems with blowouts while stuffing. You can also use lemon juice or pinapple juice to accomplish it as well.

Mike

[Nrcamo]

Ok. That helps a bunch. Sounds like a personal preferance thing. I'll give it a try on the next run. Thank You.

[cobra6223]

I thought it was to help dissolve the little feelers on them, never had a problem with the bite, only tried it a couple times and didin'y notice a big difference so I haven't done it since.

[Tenpoint5]

The soaking in Vinegar is to remove the fatty veins on the inside of the casings. That's what I was always told. I leave them there fat equals flavor in my world

[Mr Walleye]

The soaking in Vinegar is to remove the fatty veins on the inside of the casings. That's what I was always told. I leave them there fat equals flavor in my world

That's a good point Chris, I've also read that it will help remove any fat in the casings and make them clearer as well.

Mike