How can you tell salt pork has gone bad?

* Smell: The salt pork will have a sour or rancid smell.

* Texture: The salt pork will be soft or mushy, rather than firm.

* Color: The salt pork may have a brown or pink tinge.

* Taste: The salt pork will taste salty and sour.

If you notice any of these signs, it's best to throw the salt pork away. Eating spoiled salt pork can make you sick.