Canned pork is an easy and flexible ingredient to add into various recipes, from shredding it and topping with barbecue sauce for a quick pulled pork sandwich, or stir frying with vegetables for a nourishing meal option.
Add flavorful canned pork and its juices to your recipes with canned food in this time-tested method of preserving meat without refrigeration by placing full jars in cool storage spaces of your home.
Sweet and Sour Pork
Sweet and Sour Pork has long been a dish beloved of Chinese grandmothers. Packed with tricks learned over generations: double dredging for extra crunchiness; using cornstarch instead of flour (to keep gluten levels down); tenderizing pork economically with baking soda so it withstands frying processes more readily; and creating a sauce without becoming sickeningly sweet – Chinese grandmas know all the right moves when it comes to creating Sweet and Sour Pork dishes!
Prepping all your ingredients ahead of time makes this recipe fast and simple to whip up when craving sweet and sour pork at home.
Prep pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar and cornstarch in a large bowl; mix to dissolve the sugar. Heat oil in a pan or deep fryer to 360 degrees F; add pork coated in cornstarch mixture to pan or deep fryer and fry until browned; remove from pan to drain before returning it back to pan where sweet and sour sauce and vegetables can be mixed evenly until heated throughout and served hot.
Pulled Pork and Bean Soup
This hearty soup features pork that has been smoked and pulled right in the same pot as beans and vegetables, creating an irresistibly satisfying and comforting weekend supper dish! Planning is required as pork shoulder must marinate overnight while beans need at least an hour or two to soak. But the effort pays off! This hearty and flavorful soup makes an unforgettable taste experience!
This delicious winter soup features tender white beans, flavorful pork, and fresh herbs for an effortless experience in your own kitchen! Plus it makes a large batch that can easily feed multiple lunches and dinners throughout the week! Perfectly cozy winter comfort food.
Soup makes for an easy and delicious meal when combined with salad or bread for an impressive spread. Leftovers should be stored in the fridge and can be heated back up when ready to be devoured; alternatively it can also be frozen up to three months for later consumption.
Pulled Pork Hash
Canned pork pairs perfectly with sweet potatoes and other flavorful veggies in this irresistibly flavorful hash dish, enhanced with a fried egg for an energetic breakfast or hearty dinner option. Additionally, this recipe can easily become vegetarian-friendly by replacing the pork with hearty mushrooms such as shiitake, portobello or cremini mushrooms to increase umami flavors and bring added umami taste into each bite!
This easy casserole will please every guest at your table, perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Made with canned pork and pantry essentials, it makes an effortless dish ideal for serving at BBQs and potlucks alike!
Prior to placing them in the fridge, always double-check that your jar seals are intact and don’t flex when pressed – this indicates a safe seal that should last at least a year in storage. Use a pokey tool or spatula to remove air bubbles before sealing, as this prevents spoilage while guaranteeing an air-tight lid and ensures quality storage conditions.
Korean-Style Pork Tacos
Add Korean flavor to your Taco Tuesday with these sweet and tangy pork tacos featuring crunchy cabbage slaw. Perfectly make-ahead friendly, this simple dinner will quickly become one of your go-to weeknight meals!
Assemble the pork by marinating it with lime juice, orange juice, honey and taco seasoning before placing into either an Instant Pot (Instant Pot) or slow cooker for around 30 minutes until fall apart tender and ready to shred. While it cooks, make a quick slaw or prepare other taco toppings.
To assemble the tacos, warm some small corn or flour tortillas before topping with generous portions of shredded pork and coleslaw. Drizzle with some taco sauce before garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves – serve and enjoy!