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Perfect Pork Steaks with Roast Veges

INGREDIENTS: 4 x New Zealand pork steaks (approx. 150g each), trimmed of external fat 1 Tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper ‍ Roast Veggie Salad 1  beetroot, cut into 2cm pieces 1  carrot, cut into 2cm pieces 1  kumara, cut into 2cm pieces 1 red capsicum, cut into 3cm pieces 1 red onion, halved and … Read more

Balinese Pork Satay

balinese pork steak satay recipe

Ingredients 700g rindless NZ Pork steak, cut lengthways 1cm thick 1 tsp each ground cumin, chilli powder, garlic powder and ground nutmeg 2 red shallots finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed ⅓ cup peanut oil Steamed rice, coriander leaves and lime wedges to serve Ginger glaze 2 Tbsp each kecap manis (or 1 Tbsp brown … Read more

Citrus and Herb Pork Belly Strips

citrus pork belly bbq recipe

Ingredients 500g boneless New Zealand pork belly, sliced into thin strips. Zest and juice of 1 orange Zest of 1 lemon 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 20g fennel fronds 20g Italian parsley 20g mint leaves 1 tsp flaky sea salt 1 tsp cracked black pepper Method Lay the pork strips into a deep dish … Read more

Sticky Pork Dumplings

sticky pork dumplings

Ingredients 200g NZ pork mince 1 spring onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp chives, chopped 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp oil 1 cup water 20 round dumpling wrappers Sweet chilli sauce Method In a bowl, combine NZ pork mince, spring onion, chives and soy sauce. Place 1 tsp of the pork filling in the centre … Read more

Pork Cuts and Cooking Methods

pork cuts diagram

All our pork and bacon comes from Fresh Pork NZ based in Levin. Pork contains essential vitamins including B12 and B6 which assist with metabolism and energy production. It also contains minerals such as zinc, iron and magnesium which are vital for the production of thyroid hormones and for maintaining a healthy body and mind. … Read more

BBQ Pork Bastes

Enjoy these stunning easy baste recipes for pork on the BBQ. Superb with chops, kebabs using diced pork, pork steaks, pork belly slices and spare ribs. Smoky Mix 4 tbsp smoked BBQ sauce, 1 tsp crushed garlic and 1 finely chopped onion. Fiery Mix 1 tbsp soy sauce with 1 tsp of minced chilli or … Read more

Cajun Blackened Grilled Pork Fillets

pork fillet recipe

Ingredients 4 x NZ pork fillets, approx. 150-180g each ½ tsp salt Black pepper Juice and grated rind of 1 orange ½ cup tomato sauce or ketchup ½ cup balsamic vinegar Small bunch fresh thyme 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp cumin seeds 3 cloves Method … Read more

Perfect Pork Crackling

pork crackling

It’s incredibly disappointing when the pork crackling doesn’t crackle! Here is the best way to ensure you get the right amount of crunch with your pork roast. Best cuts for a pork roast with crackling are pork loin boned and rolled, rolled pork shoulder, and pork leg roast. Pat the skin dry so there is … Read more

Slow Cooked American-Style Pulled Pork Sliders

pulled pork

Ingredients 2-2.5kg boneless NZ pork shoulder 3 tbsp brown sugar 3 tsp salt 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp black pepper 2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp mustard powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 onion, quartered 1 cup cider vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce BBQ sauce to taste Method … Read more