Pork

Authentic Mexican carnitas, slow-cooked until tender and then crisped to perfection. This traditional method involves simmering pork in lard or a combination of water and lard, resulting in incredibly succulent and flavorful meat with crispy edges.

Pork shoulder (Boston butt) · Lard · Orange · Onion

A hearty German take featuring pan-fried pork chops served with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce (Jägersoße), often made with a touch of paprika.

Pork chops · All-purpose flour · Mixed mushrooms (e.g., cremini, shiitake) · Shallots

A faster version of the classic, using thinner pork chops and a quicker pan sauce with pre-sliced mushrooms.

Boneless pork chops · All-purpose flour · Button mushrooms · Chicken broth

Tender, pan-seared bone-in pork chops smothered in a rich, savory mushroom gravy made with fresh mushrooms, onions, and a touch of cream.

Bone-in pork chops · All-purpose flour · Cremini mushrooms · Yellow onion

A creative twist combining the tender texture of pulled pork with the bold, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors of Korean gochujang paste.

Pork shoulder · Gochujang (Korean chili paste) · Soy sauce · Honey

A spicy variation of the classic bulgogi, using pork marinated in a gochujang-based sauce. Offers a fiery kick alongside the traditional sweet and savory notes.

Pork shoulder (thinly sliced) · Gochujang (Korean chili paste) · Soy sauce · Brown sugar

A variation using pork, pan-fried schnitzel style, and served with a simple, tangy caper and butter sauce, a common accompaniment in some German regions.

Pork loin cutlets · All-purpose flour · Eggs · Breadcrumbs

A regional variation of the Sunday Roast, featuring succulent roast pork, crispy crackling, served with a homemade apple sauce and traditional accompaniments.

Pork loin or belly joint · Apples (Bramley or similar) · Potatoes · Cabbage or Kale

A creative twist on the classic, where the crispy fried pork is served atop a bed of pan-fried crispy rice cakes, offering a delightful textural contrast.

Pork belly · Cornstarch · Egg · Soy sauce

A simplified version of the classic, using pre-cut pork and a quicker sauce preparation for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Pork tenderloin · Cornstarch · Vegetable oil · Ketchup

A quintessential Cantonese dish featuring crispy fried pork pieces coated in a vibrant, tangy, and sweet sauce, often with bell peppers and pineapple.

Pork shoulder · Cornstarch · Egg · Soy sauce

An elevated version of Pad See Ew featuring the rich flavor of crispy pork belly and the distinct bitterness of Chinese broccoli, offering a more complex taste profile.

Wide rice noodles (Sen Yai) · Pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces · Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan), cut into pieces · Eggs

A richer, more indulgent take on Pad Thai, featuring the savory crunch of crispy pork belly alongside the classic noodle stir-fry.

Dried flat rice noodles · Pork belly, skin on · Eggs · Garlic, minced