pork Recipes
187 delicious pork recipes from around the world
Bandeja Paisa
Colombia's legendary platter - a generous feast featuring rice, beans, seasoned ground beef, crispy chicharrón (pork belly), flavorful chorizo, a fried egg, sweet fried plantain, a corn arepa, and creamy avocado, all brought together with a rich tomato-onion sauce (hogao).
Bondiola a la Cerveza (Beer-Braised Pork Shoulder)
A classic Argentine comfort food, this tender pork shoulder is slow-braised in dark beer until it's fall-apart tender. Perfect for a relaxed Sunday meal.
Brunswick Stew
A hearty and flavorful tomato-based stew featuring tender pulled pork and a medley of vegetables, traditionally served as a quintessential Southern BBQ side dish.
Carapulcra
Carapulcra is a hearty and ancient Peruvian stew made from dehydrated potatoes (papa seca) and tender chunks of pork, simmered in a rich, savory sauce infused with ají panca and spices. This pre-Columbian dish is known for its thick, comforting texture and deep flavors.
Carnitas
Michoacán's iconic braised pork, slow-cooked in lard until fall-apart tender with delightfully crispy edges. This recipe yields incredibly flavorful and succulent carnitas, perfect for tacos, tortas, or any Mexican-inspired dish.
Carnitas Michoacán
Authentic Michoacán-style carnitas, where pork shoulder is slowly confited in its own rendered fat until incredibly tender and then crisped to perfection. This is the ultimate taco filling, a true taste of Mexican culinary tradition.
Carolina Pulled Pork
Experience authentic Carolina BBQ with this slow-smoked pork shoulder. The pork is first seasoned generously, then smoked low and slow until incredibly tender. It's then pulled apart and tossed in a tangy, vinegar-based sauce, embodying the classic Eastern North Carolina style. Perfect for gatherings and a true taste of Southern tradition.
Chicharrón Sandwich
A quintessential Peruvian breakfast icon, this sandwich features incredibly crispy, slow-cooked pork belly (chicharrón) nestled in a fresh bread roll, complemented by sweet, fried sweet potato slices and a vibrant salsa criolla.
Chorizo Venezolano
Authentic Venezuelan chorizo, a flavorful and less spicy sausage compared to its Spanish counterpart, perfect for grilling and serving with traditional arepas.
Churrasco (Brazilian BBQ)
Authentic Brazilian Churrasco, a celebratory feast featuring various cuts of meat grilled over charcoal on long skewers, served rodízio style. This method emphasizes the natural flavor of the high-quality meats, seasoned simply with coarse salt.
Cochinita Pibil
Authentic Yucatecan Cochinita Pibil, a slow-roasted pork dish marinated in achiote and citrus, traditionally cooked in a pib (underground oven) and wrapped in banana leaves. This version is adapted for home ovens, resulting in incredibly tender, shreddable pork with a vibrant, earthy flavor.
Colombian Longaniza Sausage
Authentic Colombian pork sausage, seasoned with aromatic cumin and black pepper, perfect for grilling. This recipe focuses on the traditional flavor profile.
Costilla de Cerdo (Colombian Grilled Pork Ribs)
Tender, flavorful pork ribs marinated and slow-grilled to perfection, a staple of Colombian fritanga. Served with simple boiled potatoes.
Cuban Sandwich
Tampa's iconic Cuban invention: layers of savory roast pork, salty ham, melty Swiss cheese, tangy dill pickles, and sharp yellow mustard, all pressed between slices of Cuban bread until golden brown and irresistibly crispy.
Feijoada Completa
Brazil's beloved national dish, a rich and hearty black bean stew simmered with a variety of pork and beef cuts. Traditionally served with fluffy white rice, quickly sautéed collard greens, toasted cassava flour (farofa), and refreshing orange slices to cut through the richness.
Feijoada Completa
Feijoada Completa is Brazil's beloved national dish, a rich and hearty black bean stew simmered with a variety of pork and beef cuts. Traditionally enjoyed on Saturdays, it's a celebration of flavor and communal dining.
Frijoles Antioqueños (Antioquia-Style Beans)
A hearty and flavorful Colombian classic from the Antioquia region. Tender red beans are slow-cooked with pork, thickened naturally with green plantain, and enriched with a savory hogao (a Colombian sofrito). Perfect as a side dish or a main course.
Frijoles con Chicharrón (Colombian Beans with Pork Rinds)
A hearty and comforting Colombian classic, this dish features tender red beans slow-cooked with aromatic hogao, thickened with green plantain, and crowned with crispy chicharrón (pork rinds). Perfect for a satisfying meal.
Kalua Pork
A simplified, yet incredibly flavorful, Hawaiian-style shredded pork, perfect for gatherings. Traditionally slow-cooked in an underground oven (imu), this version uses modern appliances to achieve a smoky, fall-apart tender result.
Kansas City BBQ Ribs
Slow-smoked pork ribs with a sweet, tangy tomato-based BBQ sauce, a signature style of Kansas City. This recipe follows the popular 3-2-1 smoking method for tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs.
Lechona Tolimense
A whole roasted pig, meticulously stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, yellow peas, and seasoned pork, then slow-cooked to achieve incredibly tender meat and a shatteringly crisp skin. This is a celebratory centerpiece dish, traditionally prepared for large gatherings.
Lomo de Cerdo Asado (Venezuelan Roasted Pork Loin)
A succulent and flavorful roasted pork loin, seasoned with aromatic Venezuelan spices and served with tender roasted vegetables. This dish is a staple for family gatherings and special occasions.
Maniçoba (Amazonian Pork Stew)
A rich and deeply flavorful Amazonian stew, Maniçoba is a traditional dish from the state of Pará, often referred to as 'Paraense feijoada'. It features ground cassava leaves (maniva) slow-cooked for days with various cuts of pork and other cured meats, resulting in a unique and hearty delicacy. The long cooking time is crucial for neutralizing the natural toxins present in raw cassava leaves.
Marranitas (Fried Plantain and Chicharrón Balls)
Savory and addictive fried balls made from mashed green plantains and crispy chicharrón (pork cracklings), often seasoned with hogao. A popular street food and appetizer from the Valle del Cauca region.