Pulled pork barbecue is a quintessential Southern comfort food enjoyed by many. The tender smokey pork covered in sweet and tangy barbecue sauce is simply irresistible. But with more attention being paid to sodium intake, some may wonder – how much sodium is actually in pulled pork barbecue? Let’s analyze the sodium content and nutrition … Read more
There was a real danger to our grandparents’ and grandfathers’ health when they were young that we don’t have to deal with today. No, I’m not talking about the lack of antibiotics, nor the scarcity of nutritious food. It was trichinosis, a parasitic disease that used to be caught from undercooked pork. The legitimate worry … Read more
Steamed pork belly is a classic Cantonese dish that results in incredibly tender and succulent meat when done right. The combination of gentle moist heat from the steam and the fat marbled throughout the pork belly leads to pork that is fall-apart tender. When properly steamed, the fatty layers become soft and gelatinous while the … Read more
Hanging pork in a cooler is a great way to dry age meat and develop deeper, more complex flavors. But how long can you actually hang pork before it goes bad? When it comes to cooler aging, the maximum safe timeline depends on several factors. Overview of Hanging Pork Hanging or dry aging pork involves … Read more
You might be thinking, Of course, mints are vegan. But beware—these cruelly obtained ingredients lurk in some mints: And there’s nothing fresh or minty about that. So which breath fresheners are safe to consume? Check it out: Demystifying a Popular Mint’s Ingredients: Do Altoids Contain Questionable Pork Gelatin? With their bold flavor and curiously strong … Read more
I always make my Simple Smoked Pulled Pork Butt (also called Smoked Pork Shoulder) when I need to feed a lot of people quickly. With only 3 ingredients, you’re looking at some good, classic BBQ with plenty of flavor. This process for smoked pulled pork is a delicious way to cook pork butt. It’s a … Read more
When you grill pork steaks, you get the heat and smokey flavor of a fire mixed with the tender, juicy taste of well-seasoned meat. If you want a delicious outdoor meal or a fun twist on regular pork, learning how to grill pork steaks is the best decision you can make. Grilled pork steaks make … Read more
When properly dehydrated, pork skin can be turned into deliciously crispy, crunchy pork rinds. Removing the moisture from the skin makes it shelf-stable and gives it the famous texture we all know and love. Dehydrating pork skin into pork rinds is easy to do at home with just an oven. Here is a complete step-by-step … Read more
Today, we’re going to show you how to cook pork tenderloin in the oven so that it turns out perfectly every time. With this guide, you’ll never have to eat dry, bland pork tenderloin again for dinner! Pork tenderloin has long been one of my go-to dinners. It’s cheap, easy to make, tastes great, and … Read more
One of my all-time favorite slow cooker dinner recipes is this one. Happy cooking! With this Slow Cooker Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork, the sweet and savory flavors go well together to make a hearty meal. Pulled pork is a classic BBQ dish that is beloved for its super tender and flavorful shredded meat. While traditional … Read more
