Ground Pork is the Perfect Choice for Busy Weeknight Dinners
Ground pork is the perfect solution for busy weeknight dinners. It's a leaner alternative to other cuts of pork and it's quick-cooking and full of flavor. Plus, it's versatile, so you can use it in a wide variety of dishes. From tacos and stir-fries to meatballs and casseroles, ground pork is a great choice for those nights when you don't have a lot of time to cook. Here are some of our favorite recipes for ground pork that you should try in 2023.Ground Pork Tacos with Avocado Salsa
Tacos are always a great option for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. This recipe for ground pork tacos is a great way to switch up your taco night routine. The ground pork is cooked up with some garlic, onion, jalapeño, and chili powder and then topped with a delicious avocado salsa. Serve these tacos with a side of black beans and some warm tortillas, and you have a meal that the whole family will love.Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8-10 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until the pork is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, jalapeño, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the avocado salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the avocado, red onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, about 1 minute per side.
- To assemble the tacos, spoon some of the pork mixture onto each tortilla and top with the avocado salsa. Serve immediately.
Ground Pork and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Stir-fries are always a great option for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. This recipe for ground pork and broccoli stir-fry is full of flavor and ready in no time. The ground pork is cooked up with some garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil and then tossed with some fresh broccoli. Serve this stir-fry over a bed of fluffy white rice and you have a meal that the whole family will love.Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 heads of broccoli, cut into florets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 cups cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until the pork is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- Add the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the broccoli is tender and the pork is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the stir-fry over a bed of white rice.
Ground Pork Meatballs with Spaghetti
Meatballs are a classic dish that everyone loves. This recipe for ground pork meatballs is a great twist on the traditional recipe. The ground pork is combined with some garlic, parmesan cheese, and seasonings and then baked until golden and crispy. Serve these meatballs with a side of spaghetti and some marinara sauce, and you have a meal that the whole family will love.Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 cups marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and bake until golden and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Serve the meatballs over the spaghetti and top with the marinara sauce.
Ground Pork and Potato Hash
Hash is a great way to use up any leftovers you have on hand. This recipe for ground pork and potato hash is easy and full of flavor. The ground pork is cooked up with some onion and garlic and then tossed with some diced potatoes. Serve this hash with a side of eggs and some hot sauce, and you have a meal that the whole family will love.Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4-6 eggs, for serving
- Hot sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until the pork is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the potatoes are tender and the pork is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, fry the eggs in a separate skillet to your desired doneness.
- Serve the hash with the fried eggs and hot sauce.
