Looking for new dinner ideas the whole family will enjoy? Ground pork is the secret ingredient you'll want to use more often! These 25 easy ground pork recipes are simple, comforting, and made with everyday ingredients. From skillet meals to slow cooker favorites, there's something here for every busy night when you need dinner on the table fast.
While ground beef, chicken, and turkey are more commonly used, ground pork recipes can be surprisingly delicious. Sometimes it will be combined with beef, especially in meatloaf and meatballs, but it's totally amazing as the only protein in a recipe too.
We eat ground meats regularly (weekly!), they're high protein, inexpensive, and simple to put together. Ground pork adds so much flavor to any recipe and it's great mixed in the ground turkey, beef, or chicken too.
What can I make with ground pork?
Ground pork works in a variety of recipes, including stir-fries, soups, casseroles, tacos, meatballs, lettuce wraps, and skillet dinners. This roundup has 25 easy and delicious options to try.
Many of these recipes are supe easy with few ingredients! Low-carb, gluten-free, Asian, Tex-Mex, and more are all included so there is certainly a recipe (or many!) from our list you'll love.
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wholelottayum.com
Asian Pork Noodle Bowls
Our Vietnamese inspired ginger pork bowl is a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors. Packed full of garlic, ginger, and a tasty chili garlic sauce, serve this on a bed of rice noodles or make this lower carb by using palmini noodles.
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Egg Roll in a Bowl
Keto crack slaw, or egg roll in a bowl, is a delicious low-carb way to enjoy ground pork for dinner and stick to your healthy eating plan.Featuring everything you love about an egg roll, this 15-minute dinner or lunch option combines ground pork, coleslaw mix, ginger, garlic, coconut aminos, and green onions into a delicious healthy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping, with ground pork recipe complies with low-carb, keto, gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30 lifestyles.
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www.wholekitchensink.com
Air Fryer Pork Meatballs: Whole30, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Keto
Sticking with the healthy eating options, these air fryer pork meatballs are Whole30, paleo, keto (low carb), and gluten-free. Made with ground pork, grated onion, garlic powder, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper, these ground pork meatballs are ready in just 20 minutes and they won't heat up your oven!Serve with your favorite healthy side including vegetable noodles or rice.
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www.lecremedelacrumb.com
Pork Lettuce Wraps
Flavored in a bold way, these pork lettuce wraps are making a healthy lunch or dinner a breeze for any home cook. Ground pork is sauteed on the stovetop and to it loads of veggies, including zucchini, onion, carrot, and water chestnut, are added. Finally, a delicious sauce is added that is made from soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fish sauce, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, sriracha, and red pepper flakes. Once everything has a few moments to combine, add your ground pork filling to lettuce leaves and you can enjoy these delightful pork lettuce wraps.
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www.lecremedelacrumb.com
Easy Pork Fried Rice
This easy pork fried rice is a delicious 20-minute dinner recipe that is the perfect option when you are in the mood for something Asian. Containing cooked ground pork, rice, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger, and red pepper flakes, plus loaded with vegetables including carrots and peas, this pork fried rice is a fabulous blend of Asian flavors. And the inclusion of pineapple lends a surprising sweetness that is both intriguing and complementary. If you are looking for a delicious ground pork recipe, add this one to your short list.
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thealmondeater.com
Ground Pork Stir Fry
Ground pork stir fry is a deliciously different stirfry option that is sure to please. Ground pork, cabbage, and bok choy are joined by shredded carrots, garlic cloves, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to make a quick and straightforward Asian dish that is ready in just 20 minutes. The next time you think about ordering take-out, why not give this ground pork stir fry a chance instead?
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soufflebombay.com
Asian Pork Meatballs With Ginger Honey Sauce.
If you are looking for a gluten-free meatball that is delicious and different, then stop right here and check out these Asian pork meatballs with ginger honey sauce. The meatballs are made from a simple mixture of ground pork, onion, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Once formed, shallow fry and finish cooking in the oven. While the ground pork meatballs are baking, make the ginger honey sauce by combining sesame oil, garlic, ginger, vinegar, honey, and chili in a pan and saute. Once the meatballs are cooked through, toss them in the sauce and enjoy this delicious 30-minute dinner!
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cookiesandcups.com
Bang Bang Meatballs
Coated in a sweet and spicy mayo chili sauce, these bang bang meatballs are the perfect recipe for dinner or as an appetizer. Equal parts ground pork and ground beef combine with panko bread crumbs. eggs, ginger, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper before being rolled into meatballs and baked. The real secret to the bang bang meatball is in the sauce! Made from mayonnaise, sour cream, chili sauce, sriracha, and vinegar, this ground pork recipe is the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory.
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www.iowapork.org
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www.fearlessdining.com
Ground Pork Pasta Sauce
Whether you prefer to use noodles or zoodles, this ground pork pasta sauce is just the change-up your pasta dinners call for. This 30-minute pasta sauce recipe starts with sauteed onions and ground pork seasoned with garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, then add tomato sauce and tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 20+ minutes. Serve with your favorite noodles, gluten-free pasta, or spiralized vegetables.
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www.mydiaryofus.com
Ground Pork Taco Bowls
Taco-flavored ground pork, black beans, and all of your favorite taco ingredients are about to combine into these delicious ground pork taco bowls. Ground pork is sauteed with garlic and onions before being seasoned with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne. Add water and simmer while you prepare bowls with beans, rice, and any additional items you'd like in your pork taco bowls. Once the meat is done, add it to the bowls and top with items such as jalapenos, sour cream, and salsa.
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theschmidtywife.com
How to make Cuban Picadillo
This simple take on a classic Cuban picadillo is just what your family is looking for!Made with ground pork, olives, raisins, onions, green peppers, and seasoned with oregano, cumin, cinnamon, and garlic, this traditional Cuban ground pork recipe is generally served with white rice or tortillas.
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www.fearlessdining.com
Hearty Ground Pork Chili Recipe
This hearty ground pork chili recipe is perfect for cool fall days when dinner needs to fill bellies all the way around the table. With ground pork, beans, canned tomatoes, and carrots, each spoonful of this hearty ground pork chili will be overflowing with delicious flavor. Ready in just 40-minutes, this stovetop chile recipe using ground pork is easy enough for busy weeknight cooking. Serve as-is or with optional add-ons such as white rice, sour cream, or cheese.
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lifeloveandgoodfood.com
Pork Meatball & Wild Rice Soup
Delicious and hearty enough for cold winter days, this pork meatball and wild rice soup is easy to prepare and ready in just 45 minutes!Ground pork is combined with breadcrumbs and seasoning before being pan-fried. The meatballs are then added to a deliciously seasoned beef broth with long grain and wild rice. This ground pork soup recipe is rich and hearty and sure to become a family favorite.
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ingoodflavor.com
Pork Banh Mi Burger
This pork burger is a dream come true for pork lovers. Not only is it loaded with flavor but it's easy to make and healthy.
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www.mykitchenlove.com
Apple Mustard Pork Burgers
Grilled apple mustard pork burgers are just what your summer dinner menu needs!Made from ground pork and tart apples these mustard and garlic seasoned pork burger patties are grilled up to perfection in just a few minutes. Served on a pretzel bun with a mustard mayo, this update burger recipe is perfect for weeknight cooking or your next summer BBQ.
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www.mygorgeousrecipes.com
Ground Pork Nachos
This ground pork nacho recipe is just the one you want to reach for when you are looking for a different appetizer recipe that is sure to please. Cooked and seasoned ground pork is layered with tortilla chips, sliced olives, chopped red peppers, and mozzarella cheese before being baked in the oven until warm, gooey, and crisp. Ready in just 30 minutes, serve your ground pork nachos as a delicious appetizer or as a fun and quick dinner your whole family will love.
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www.slimmingeats.com
Korean Ground Pork
Full of authentic flavor, but super simple to create, this Korean ground pork recipe is a fantastic way to utilize ground pork. Onion, garlic, grated ginger root, and gochujang paste are all used to season crumbled and cooked ground pork, while maple syrup or honey help balance out some of the bold and spicy flavors in this stovetop dish. Ready in 30 minutes, you can serve your Korean ground pork as-is or with traditional sides including white rice, kimchi, or cabbage.
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www.gimmesomeoven.com
Egg Roll Soup
Enjoy everything you love about a pork egg roll when you whip up a delicious batch of Egg Roll Soup for your next dinner in just 35 minutes!This stovetop soup starts with ground pork that is cooked in the bottom of a large stockpot, along with onions, carrots, and garlic. Cabbage, ginger, and stock round out this recipe for ground pork soup.Quick and easy, egg roll soup hits all the flavors of a traditional egg roll at home in a fun and unique way.
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iamhomesteader.com
Potsticker Noodle Bowls
A delicious dinner is just 40 minutes away when you try these potsticker noodle bowls made with ground pork. Start your noodle bowls by soaking rice linguine noodles per package directions. Then in a skillet, brown your ground pork until cooked through. Add in soy sauce, salt, pepper, coleslaw, and green onions. Stir and cook through before adding in an egg. Finish the potsticker noodle bowls by combining the noodles and ground pork mixture with a simple sauce made from soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Serve and enjoy!
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www.nutmegnanny.com
Ground Pork Chinese Chili
With a delicious combination of Asian flavors and classic chili, this Chinese chili recipe expertly combines two unique tastes into one amazing dinner. This ground pork Chinese chili recipe is the stovetop dinner recipe that is perfect for colder days. Bursting with flavor from ginger, hoisin, and five-spice this beanless chili recipe is well worth the time to allow this hearty soup to simmer. Perfect for the fall and winter months, this ground pork recipe is a hearty dinner that is sure to be a pleasant surprise to all who try it.
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www.servedfromscratch.com
Homemade Hot and Sour Soup with Pork
This delicious recipe for homemade hot and sour soup with ground pork can be on your table in just 20 minutes!Mushrooms, vinegar, soy, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, and white pepper all simmer in a soup pot while ground pork sautees. Finish off the soup by adding a little thickener, some uncooked egg to create egg ribbons, and incorporating the cooked ground pork.
Season this quick and easy homemade soup to taste and top with green onions.
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Season this quick and easy homemade soup to taste and top with green onions.
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whereismyspoon.co
German Cheese and Leek Soup with Ground Pork
This German cheese and leek soup with ground pork is a rich and creamy soup that is hearty and full of flavor. Ground pork is cooked and seasoned with grated garlic clove, salt, and pepper before leeks and onions are added to the pot. A generous amount of vegetable broth is then added so the entire pot of soup can simmer until the vegetables are soft. Finish your ground pork soup by adding cheese and serve to your hungry family.
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www.mightymrs.com
BBQ Pork Cornbread Skillet
Quick, easy, and tasty, this hearty BBQ pork cornbread skillet is about to make you a believer in all things BBQ. Reminiscent of a Sloppy Joe, this recipe for ground pork combines BBQ sauce and ground pork with a delicious serving of skillet-cooked cornbread made with honey and creamed corn. Ready in just 30 minutes, this cornbread with BBQ pork is a delicious dinner that is sure to be a family favorite.
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www.lifeloveliz.com
Ground Pork Stuffed Baked Tomatoes
Ground pork stuffed baked tomatoes are a unique way to enjoy a healthy dinner that is bursting with flavor and super easy to make!Hollowed-out tomatoes are stuffed with a mixture of ground pork, onion, garlic, and bell peppers that is seasoned with salt, pepper, parsley, and red pepper flakes. The stuffed tomatoes are then baked until everything is cooked through. A delicious dinner for those nights when you know you want to run the oven and keep the house a little warmer.
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www.thebrooklynmom.com
Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Ground Pork and Kale
Instant Pot lentil soup with ground pork and kale is the quick, easy, and healthy way to make a dinner that your family will love in less than 30 minutes!Saute the ground pork right in your pressure cooker to keep all the wonderful flavor in the pot, along with celery, carrots, and onions. Season with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, and add in chicken or vegetable broth along with lentils, tomatoes, and bay leaves. Pressure cook for just 15 minutes followed by a quick release. Enjoy this fast-cooking homemade soup all year long thanks to your Instant Pot!
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FAQs
Is ground pork healthy?
Yes, ground pork can be a healthy protein option when enjoyed in moderation and cooked in lighter recipes. It's a good source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals like zinc and iron. To make ground pork healthier, choose leaner cuts (like ground pork loin), drain excess fat after cooking, and pair it with vegetables or whole grains.
What is the best way to cook ground pork?
Ground pork is super versatile! It can be browned in a skillet, simmered in soups, baked in casseroles, or cooked in a slow cooker. The key is to cook it until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for food safety.
Can I substitute ground pork for ground beef?
Yes, ground pork can be used as a substitute for ground beef in most recipes. It adds a slightly sweeter and milder flavor, which works well in dishes like chili, meatballs, and stir-fries.
How do you store cooked ground pork?
Cooked ground pork should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months.
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Marlene LaRhette says
Oh my goodness, there are so many wonderful pork recipes in this article! I think I saved most of them! I was especially impressed with the Asian inspired recipes and the German cheese and leek soup. I must start following you for more inspiration, after 38 years of marriage, I need fresh ideas. My hubby will be thank you. 😊
WholeLottaYum says
I'm glad you loved the ground pork recipe ideas! It's totally an underrated protein with so much flavor. Jen