If you have ever looked in the fridge or freezer and wondered what to do with that packet of ground pork, then this post is for you. I have curated a stunning collection of easy pork mince recipes for you to fill your meal plans with. Easy, family-friendly, and guaranteed to be delicious.
Healthy Ground Pork Recipes
Pork mince is as tasty as it is versatile.
Being high in protein and rich in many vitamins and minerals, lean pork mince can be an excellent addition to a healthy diet.
Plus it is super economical, which is always something to consider when feeding a family.
But it can be so easy to get caught in that same old routine where you are serving the same meal over and over again (hello meatloaf and plain meatballs).
I am here to give you some inspiration on new ways to incorporate ground pork mince into your everyday weekly meal plans.
From stir-fries to pasta, lettuce wraps to burgers, you can find a way to incorporate pork mince into your weekly meal plan with no problem.
Check out these easy pork mince recipes.
Ground Pork Breakfast Recipes
Adding ground pork to your breakfast is a great way to start the day.
Especially if you want some added protein, or you enjoy a low-carb breakfast.
Grab and Go Pork Sausage Egg Muffin Cups
These grab-n-go pork sausage egg muffins make a great addition to your make-ahead breakfast rotations for the week.
Load up a large muffin pan with some homemade pork sausage mix, before adding in some spinach, egg, and cheese to make the perfect little all-in-one breakfast bite.
Egg-free Paleo Breakfast Bowl
This recipe for an Egg-Free Paleo Breakfast Bowl is full of flavor and spice.
The sauteed cinnamon and sage spiced apples are mixed with pork and shredded Brussels sprouts and then topped with probiotic-rich sauerkraut. It is a comforting and nutritious meal that you need to start your day off right!
Pork Bowls
Adding ground pork to your next Buddha bowl, or veggie bowl can add so much extra flavor and protein.
Quick Vietnamese Pork and Riced Broccoli Bowl
This Vietnamese Pork and Riced Broccoli Bowl from Whole Food Bellies is a quick and easy 'pick-n-mix' style dinner the kids will love to put together themselves.
Just pop all the elements for this bowl on a big board and let them create their own little masterpiece.
30 Minute Pork and Courgette Ramen
Make this Pork and Courgette Ramen recipe from The Cook Report for a quick weeknight dinner. Now you can have ramen on the table in less than half an hour!
Egg Roll in a Bowl (Paleo, Low-Carb & Whole30)
How about some Egg Roll in a Bowl from The Rising Spoon? This is an easy 30-minute meal packed with simple, fresh ingredients and inexpensive pantry staples like cabbage, carrot, broccoli, ground pork, garlic, onion, and tamari or soy sauce. Serve it on a busy weeknight for a fast fresh dinner that everyone will love! (paleo, low-carb & gluten-free).
Pork Pasta Dishes
Cooked correctly, pork has a great subtle flavor that works so well in pasta dishes.
Slow Cooked Minced Pork Ragu
Belly warming and made with love, this Slow Cooked Minced Pork Ragu from Whole Food Bellies is the perfect way to celebrate the weekend. Pour yourself a glass of wine and spend some time in the kitchen preparing this heavenly dish for your loved ones.
One-Pot Pasta with Italian Sausage
Quick & Easy Spicy Pork Mince Noodles
Pork meatballs
Meatballs are always a huge hit, especially when feeding kids.
Adding pork not only adds protein but a great hit of flavor as well.
From tamari-based sauces to curry sauces, pork meatballs are a super versatile addition to your next meal.
Self Saucing Honey Ginger and Garlic Pork Meatballs
Honey Ginger and Garlic Pork Meatballs from Whole Food Bellies are sticky little balls of flavor the whole family will love. Baked, not fried, and they even make their own super sticky sauce right there when they are baking – perfect for pouring over some noodles when serving up.
Teriyaki Meatball Lettuce Wraps
These Teriyaki Meatball Lettuce Wraps from Salt and Lavender make the perfect light meal! Tender, flavorful pork meatballs are coated in an easy and delicious homemade teriyaki sauce
Whole30 Sweet And Sour Asian Pork Balls
These Whole 30 Sweet and Sour Asian Pork Balls from What a Girl Eats make a great Whole30 compliant appetizer, especially if you’re trying to stay on target over the holidays.
Thai Pork Meatballs
These Thai Pork Meatballs from Sprinkles and Sprouts are flavor bombs! Fabulous thai flavors in easy to eat form! Serve these as a canapé, nibble or appetizer. Or cook them up as part of a Thai banquet. However you make them, make sure you grab a few for yourself as these go quickly.
Ground Pork Dinner Recipes
I love combining ground pork with lots of veggies for a healthy but filling stuffing in lettuce cups.
It is always a popular dinner!
Adding to frittatas and stir-fries is always a good option too!
15 Minute Spicy Pork and Miso Noodle Soup
Miso flavoured pork mince marries with a super tasty broth, lots of veggies, egg noodles and a perfectly boiled egg for a dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Pork and miso noodle soup comes together quickly and packs well for lunch the next night.
Easy Vegetable and Pork San Choy Bow At Home
If you have to smuggle vegetables for yourself, your husband or your kids then this Pork and Vegetable San Choy Bow recipe from Whole Food Bellies is for you. The veggies are so well hidden in the mixture they won't complain a bit.
Speedy Korean Style Spicy Pork Mince
This speedy Korean-style spicy pork mince is a great little easy midweek recipe that can be used in so many different ways. Load up some bowls with rice (or cauliflower rice), some chopped veggies, and a nice drizzle of gochujang, or add to lettuce leaves for something a bit lighter. Easily meal prepped and enjoyed for lunch and dinner throughout the week and budget-friendly to boot.
Hoisin Mushroom and Cabbage Wraps
Hoisin Mushroom and Cabbage Wraps from My Kitchen Love make a one pan, quick and easy supper the entire family will devour
Vietnamese-inspired Frittata with Ground Pork, Onion and Basil
How about something very different with this Vietnamese Frittata with Ground Pork, Onion and Basil from Delightful Plate. The minute it comes out of the oven, you will marvel at how good it smells
What will you do with your ground pork?
Any recipe you want to try out first?
Any amazing ideas we have missed out on - please feel free to share in the comments.
Happy Eating
xx
16 Easy and Delicious Ground Pork Recipes
Ingredients
- ground pork
- seasonings
- vegetables
- sauce
- extras: noodles, rice etc
Instructions
- Choose a recipe from the list that you think you and your family will love.
- Make a shopping list and buy all of the ingredients.
- Make the dish and enjoy!
Notes
This Vietnamese Pork and Riced Broccoli Bowl from Whole Food Bellies is a quick and easy 'pick-n-mix' style dinner the kids will love to put together themselves.
Just pop all the elements for this bowl on a big board and let them create their own little masterpiece.
Make this Pork and Courgette Ramen recipe from The Cook Report for a quick weeknight dinner. Now you can have ramen on the table in less than half an hour!
How about some Egg Roll in a Bowl from The Rising Spoon? This is an easy 30-minute meal packed with simple, fresh ingredients and inexpensive pantry staples like cabbage, carrot, broccoli, ground pork, garlic, onion, and tamari or soy sauce. Serve it on a busy weeknight for a fast fresh dinner that everyone will love! (paleo, low-carb & gluten-free).
Belly warming and made with love, this Slow Cooked Minced Pork Ragu from Whole Food Bellies is the perfect way to celebrate the weekend. Pour yourself a glass of wine and spend some time in the kitchen preparing this heavenly dish for your loved ones.
One Pot Pasta with Italian Sausage from The Rising Spoon only takes about 35 minutes from start to finish, so you can fix it any night of the week and reheat the leftovers for a quick, healthy, and nourishing meal.
These Quick and Easy Spicy Pork Mince Noodles from The Cook Report are your next easy weeknight recipe! Have dinner on the table in less than half an hour and serve a meal with a kick. They really are the perfect use for minced pork.
Honey Ginger and Garlic Pork Meatballs from Whole Food Bellies are sticky little balls of flavor the whole family will love. Baked, not fried, and they even make their own super sticky sauce right there when they are baking – perfect for pouring over some noodles when serving up.
These Teriyaki Meatball Lettuce Wraps from Salt and Lavender make the perfect light meal! Tender, flavorful pork meatballs are coated in an easy and delicious homemade teriyaki sauce.
These Whole 30 Sweet and Sour Asian Pork Balls from What a Girl Eats make a great Whole30 compliant appetizer, especially if you’re trying to stay on target over the holidays.
If you have to smuggle vegetables for yourself, your husband or your kids then this Pork and Vegetable San Choy Bow recipe from Whole Food Bellies is for you. The veggies are so well hidden in the mixture they won't complain a bit.
Hoisin Mushroom and Cabbage Wraps from My Kitchen Love make a one pan, quick and easy supper the entire family will devour!
How about something very different with this Vietnamese Frittata with Ground Pork, Onion and Basil from Delightful Plate. The minute it comes out of the oven, you will marvel at how good it smells.
These Thai Pork Meatballs from Sprinkles and Sprouts are flavor bombs! Fabulous thai flavors in easy to eat form! Serve these as a canapé, nibble or appetizer. Or cook them up as part of a Thai banquet. However you make them, make sure you grab a few for yourself as these go quickly.
Sandy says
We eat the ragu all the time, my kids can never get enough of it.
Fuji says
Delicious! I’m lovin’ it!
Alyssa says
What a fabulous group of recipes. Sometimes I fall back on the "same old, same old" when it comes to ground pork, but now I'm inspired to branch out. That ragu is fabulous! 🙂
Donna1 says
It is so easy to fall into that routine, I always pin ideas so when I find we are eating the same thing over and over I can get some new inspiration 🙂