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10 Cheap Ways to Cook with Pork

Pork is a popular protein for many families, given that it’s not only full of flavour, but also affordable most of the time. Various cuts like chops, tenderloin and ground come in very handy when it’s time to cook dinner and can be enjoyed in so many ways. Try the 10 recipes in this article, with each one coming out to more or less $5 per serving!

1. Baked Pork Chops with Quick Barbecue Sauce

These sheet-pan pork chops are coated in a flavourful dry rub of paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder and salt, creating a delicious crust as they bake. Serve them with a quick and easy barbecue sauce made from ketchup and maple syrup for a meal that everyone will ask for again and again.

2. Pork Skewers with Coconut Rice

On warm summer evenings (or even in winter when you need a hit of warmth), bring some happiness to everyone at the table by grilling this classic. The skewers are made using affordable pork loin roast, cut into cubes and then marinated in a blend of fish, soy and hoisin sauces. Serve with coconut rice for a meal that tastes like how a vacation feels.

3. Green Bean and Ground Pork Stir-Fry

This fragrant pork dish with green beans will become a fast favourite with the family. Incorporate a sauce made of oyster sauce, fresh ginger, soy sauce and brown sugar and then serve with some chili crisp, and you’ve got a great dinner idea whose leftovers are perfect for lunch the next day.

4. Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloins

Pork tenderloin is a must for busy weeknights, because it’s delicious, tender and affordable. Quick to make, this recipe veers a bit to the sweet side thanks to the maple syrup. And a little pro tip from us? You can’t go wrong by doubling the sauce!

5. Saltine Cracker Pork Tonkatsu Bowls

Japanese tonkatsu is the inspiration behind this tasty dish. Break out that box of soda crackers from the back of the pantry to make the crunchy coating. And for another neat trick, julienne and marinate your tired-looking vegetables in order to breathe new life into them.

6. Pork Chops with Tomato, Fennel and Parmesan Polenta

In this recipe, pair simple-to-cook pork chops with everyday ingredients like onion, bell pepper, tomato, fennel seed, olives and parsley, and serve them with a creamy polenta. It’s a delicious meal that fires on all cylinders!

7. Egg Roll in a Bowl (Cabbage Noodles with Ginger Pork)

Everybody loves egg rolls, but stuffing the wrapper and then frying them can seem long and complicated. In this power bowl, you’ll find all the ingredients you love (pork, ginger and softened cabbage) but deconstructed. Just top it all with crispy noodles. It’s the same great taste minus all the fuss.

8. Sesame Pork Meatballs with Cucumber Salad

These tender pork meatballs are coated in an umami-rich glaze and served with a cucumber salad for a fresh, balanced dinner. Serve with rice and you’ve got an Asian-inspired recipe that packs big flavour at a small price.

9. Pork Burgers with Mango

Ground pork makes for a tasty and absolutely juicy burger. This recipe is hearty (it’s got not one but two patties!) and very fresh, with bell pepper, cucumber and mango drizzled with lime juice, lettuce, cilantro and a dollop of tzatziki. It’s a combination of flavours you’ll want to revisit again and again.

10. Ramen Noodles with Kimchi and Pork

Craving a satiating ramen dish? Bursting with bold and spicy flavours, the succulent pork in this recipe is complemented beautifully by the tangy kimchi. As for the noodles, they soak up all that delicious flavour and have an oh-so-perfect chew.

For the ultimate guide to cooking different cuts of pork, read this article: