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How To Cook Pork

How would you like to cook? Select one of the following methods for cooking pork.

DO NOT OVERCOOK. Use care in timing. Cook to internal temperature of 160º. Use a meat thermometer. Allow for a 10 minute rest period before serving.

1. Roasting 6. Stir Fry
2. Broiling 7. Pan Broil
3. Grilling 8. Braise
4. Steam/Grill 9. Stew
5. Saute

Method

Cut

Thickness/Weight

Cooking Time

Roasting:



Preheat oven to 350°F. Place pork on rack in shallow pan, uncovered.
Boston Butt Roast
Pork Loin Rib End Roast
Bone-in Center Cut Roast
Tenderloin (350°F)
3 - 6 lbs.
2 - 5 lbs.
3 - 5 lbs.
1 - 1 1/2 lbs.
28 min per pound
27 min per pound*
30 - 35 min per pound
28 - 30 min total, 5 rest*

Broiling:



Preheat broiler to high. Place broiler pan 4 inches from heat.
Boneless Center
Cut Chops
Tenderloin
Tenderloin Medallions
Kabobs
Ribs

1 - 1 1/2 inches


1 - 1 1/2 lbs.
3/4 - 1 inch
1 inch
3 - 4 lbs.

5 - 6 1/2 min per side


8 - 12 min per side
4 min per side
5 min per side (10 total)
35 min total,
turning frequently

Grilling:



Direct - Grill covered, or uncovered over hot coals, 4 inches from heat, turning frequently.
Indirect - Grill covered with coals off to side, drip pan with water under pork, turning frequently.
Boneless Center
Cut Chops


Bone-in Center
Cut Chops
Tenderloin Medallions
Kabobs
Ribs

1/2 - 3/4 inches

1 - 1 1/2 inches

1/2 - 3/4 inches


1 lbs.
3/4 - 1 lbs.
2 - 4 lbs.

1 1/2 - 2 min per side

5 - 6 min per side

3-4 min per side; undercovered


16 min per pound, covered
4 - 5 min per side, uncovered
1 1/2 - 2 hrs. total;
indirect method

Steam/Grill:



Shallow pan with 1/4 inch water, covered in 350°F oven for 1 hour.
Ribs 2 - 4 lbs. Steam for 1 hour, then
20 - 25 min. on grill,
turn frequently.

Saute



In skillet, heat 1 - 2 teaspoons vegetable or olive oil over medium heat, turn as needed.
Bone-in Center
Cut Chops

Boneless Center
Cut Chops


Pork Cutlets
Tenderloin Medallions
Fresh Ham
for Scallopini
1/2 - 3/4 inches


1/2 - 3/4 inches

1 - 1/2 inches

1/4 - 3/8 inches
3/4 - 1 inches
2 - 3 oz.

1/2 - 2 min per side


1 1/2 - 2 min per side

4 - 4 1/2 min per side

1 min per side
3 min per side
1 min per side

Stir Fry:



In wok or skillet heat 2 teaspoons of oil over high heat. Stir contantly.
Pork Strips 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 inches 1 1/2 min total

Pan Broil:



Brush pan with small amount of oil, pre-heat pan over medium-high heat. Turn as needed.
Non-stick pan - omit oil.
Boneless Center
Cut Chops
Bone-in center
Cut Chops
Tenderloin Medallions
London Broil
1/2 - 3/4 inches


3/4 inches


3/4 - inches
1/2 - 3/4 inches
3 min per side


3 - 3 1/2 min per side


3 min per side
3 min per side

Braise:



In large, heavy, oven-proof pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat. Brown all sides. Add 1/2 inch of water. Cover and bake in 350°F oven or simmer on low heat on top of range.
Boston Butt Roast
Fresh Ham Roast
3 - 6 lbs.
1 1/2 - 2 1/2 lbs.
22 min per pound, rest*
covered 10 minutes
22 min per pound, rest*
covered 10 min

Stew:



In pot, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over high heat. Brown cubes on all sides, stirring contantly. Add water or broth to cover. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover and simmer gently.
Pork Cubes 1 inch 40 minutes
DO NOT OVERCOOK. Use care in timing. Cook to internal temperature of 160º F. Use a meat thermometer. Allow for a 10 minute rest period before serving.

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fred tuccillo
I live alone and cook for one. Is there any problem with using a Joe Foreman grill or the micro wave?

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