Pork

Best made a day ahead; can be refrigerated, covered, up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in moderately slow oven about 45 minutes or until hot. Smoked provolone is an all-purpose semi-hard Italian cheese with a firm texture wit a mild, smoky flavor. Note

Nothing loves roasted pork more than apple and sage, except perhaps those at the dinner table. The beauty of this dish is that it can be on the table in just over 30 minutes.

Twice-cooked asian pork belly with steamed ginger rice from Australian Women's Weekly.

A study in contrasts, crispy skinned, sweet fleshed pork belly on a bed of tender, earthy green lentils is a refined and elegant dish to serve to guests.

“Twice-cooked” Chinese dishes date from days before refrigeration, when people boiled large cuts of meat because it kept better than if left fresh. Here, it also helps rid the meat of some of its excess fat. For extra-crisp pork, serve it on the capsicum mixture rather than tossing them together. Note

Allspice, also known as pimento or jamaican pepper, is so-named because it tastes like a combination of clove, nutmeg, cinnamon and cumin – all spices. It is available from spice shops and supermarkets.

Pork and apple are a classic taste combination and this dinner is a fun way for the family to assemble their own meals.

Give your pork a special kick with this amazing Andalusian marinade and slow-cook it to perfection. It should fall apart at the merest touch of a fork.

So hearty and warming, these pork and cabbage rolls will convert anyone to a love of cabbage dishes.

Slice this delicious Italian-style roast pork thickly and serve with creamy mashed potato and salad for a delicious special occasion family meal.

Whether for a family meal or dinner party, this mouth-watering dish will please anyone.

Red curry paste, fish sauce and lime juice give this chilli pork its classic Thai flavour. It's a fast, fresh and tasty dinner that's perfect for a mid-week boost.

Packages of mixed frozen peas and corn are found in most supermarkets. You will need to cook approximately ²/³ cup of rice for this recipe. Note

Pork with tamarillo salsa brought to you by New Zealand Woman's Weekly

Lean and healthy grilled pork with a flavour-packed salsa verde.

You need to cook about 1 cup (200g) of white long-grain rice the day before making this recipe. Spread it in an even layer on a tray and refrigerate overnight. Note

Delicious, smoky, grilled miso pork cutlets from Australian Women's Weekly.

The key to really excellent crackling is to dry the rind scrupulously and ensure the oven is blisteringly hot, and only then place the meat in the oven.

Pork and apple are a classic pair in this delicious, punchy salad.

A balanced and healthy main of barbecued loin chops with creamy mash and flavoured butter.

Tonkatsu-don, a popular Japanese dish of deep-fried crumbed pork, from Australian Women's Weekly.

This delicious grilled pork dish is complimented brilliantly by this fragrant Spanish style caponata. Make this for your family for dinner and they'll be asking for more!

Serve these popular Japanese dumplings piping-hot with combined soy sauce and chilli oil, or with rice vinegar.

This recipe is also dairy-free and egg-free. Note

For a delicious family meal, serve this juicy pork drizzled in sage gravy with roasted potatoes and truss tomatoes.

This hearty broth captures the richness of Asian flavours perfectly. Best served hot.

Embrace the colder weather with this beautiful pork, apple and prune casserole topped with fresh sage.

Sri Lankan curry is a strong mix spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin and fenugreek amongst others, boosted here with tamarind paste to make a fragrant curry.

Fragrant Thai pork mince from Australian Women's Weekly.

You will need 5 limes for this recipe, and to cook 1 cup uncooked rice for the 3 cups cooked rice required. Note

This delicious Spanish inspired dish combines tender grilled pork cutlets and slow-roasted vegetables to create a delicious meal the whole family will love.

The literal translation of "pot on the fire" refers to the way this old standard was originally cooked, in a huge cast-iron pot directly in the fireplace. Any combination of vegetables and meat can be used, and the French versions are as numerous as there are regions of the country.

Our version of this classic takes its lead from the traditional versions of Languedoc and Castelnaudary, but we've given it an update to make it a simpler, quicker and healthier dish. Haricot, great northern, cannellini or navy beans can be used in this recipe.

A fragrant red curry with slow-cooked pork that will melt in your mouth.

Impress your dinner guests with this deliciously tender braised pork with pancetta and fennel.

You can use fresh plums when in season. Note

Nutty and delicious, these tender pork satay sticks are best served with steamed rice and any leftover sauce.

Freshly made wontons in a clear broth soup makes a quick, easy and nourishing lunch or light dinner.

Serve with steamed jasmine rice Note

Sweet and tangy pork cutlets - a great barbecued dish for the summer season.

Brilliant as a starter, serve this lemongrass pork stir fry in lettuce cups and sprinkled with crushed peanuts.

Chops have always been a Kiwi staple - they're very versatile and can be coated, stuffed or braised, depending on the cut.

Did you know? Watercress is a wonderful vegetable full of vitamins A, C and E, and is very high in iron and folic acid. It’s a bit time-consuming to handle, as you need to pick off the sprigs, then wash and dry them carefully. We think it’s worth the effort, but you can use spinach […]

You can use soba, fresh hokkien or rice noodles in this dish. Note

This rustic terrine makes a lovely lunch or starter. Serve with crusty french bread and cornichons (gherkins), if desired.

Brimming with herbs and a delicious coconut cream sauce, this pork and tofu noodle dish makes an easy week-night meal.

A sweet and sticky Japanese teriyaki pork stir-fry from Australian Women's Weekly.

Couscous is a great pantry staple useful for those times when you hunger after something light and tasty to extend a simply cooked piece of meat or fish. And leftover couscous salad is great in the lunchbox the next day.

Healthy and delicious warm beetroot and lentil salad with pork sausages from Australian Women's Weekly.

Fresh curry leaves and fenugreek seeds add extraordinary flavours to this spicy tamarind pork curry, while coconut cream adds depth and creaminess.

We used a good-quality egg mayonnaise and ready-made fried shallots in assembling this burger. The shallots, available packaged in most Asian food stores, will keep for months if stored tightly sealed. Note

Bangers and mash is a classic in the pantheon of great British dishes. Red wine gravy, or straight onion gravy if you prefer, just makes the meal even better. Serve with peas for the full experience.

Roasted pork just isn't complete without crackling. To make sure it's perfect, dry the fat thoroughly with paper towel before adding the rosemary and salt and put it straight into a pre-heated oven.

Serve these Asian-style Scotch eggs at your next cocktail party, with a bracing chilli dip on the side.

Like many curries from northern Thailand, this jungle curry contains no coconut milk, as there are no coconuts in the highlands.

Serve these lip-smacking spareribs with char-grilled new potatoes and a leafy green salad.

You can use apples or firm pears instead of the nashi, if preferred. Refrigerate the pork for 3 hours or overnight for a more intense flavour. Note

"Country-style terrine" is the literal meaning of this classic dish as it is chunky and rustic. Juniper berries, the dried fruit from the evergreen tree of the same name, can be found in specialty spice stores and better delicatessens.

A little bit sticky and a little bit spicy, these pork chops won't disappoint, especially not with side of crunchy coleslaw. If you prefer, you could substitute the blue cheese for feta.

This deeply and appetisingly coloured Asian-style pork belly has a unique sweet and spicy flavour and melts in the mouth. The crunchy noodle salad is the perfect accompaniment.

Satisfy your tastebuds with this spicy pork and broccolini stir-fry.

Fragrant and sticky Thai-style pork on broccolini from Australian Women's Weekly.

Serve ribs with steamed rice and stir-fried asian greens. Ask the butcher to cut the rib racks into pieces that will fit your slow cooker.

The sweet citrus flavours of the mandarin are a wonderful contract to the richness of the pork in this fresh, crisp salad.

Rich and fragrant Thai pork curry with pickled snake beans from Australian Women's Weekly.

These rich, succulent bites of caramelised pepper pork taste like they've been slow-cooked for hours, but this dish takes only 20 minutes in a pressure cooker.

Place apples in acidulated water (cold water mixed with either vinegar or lemon juice) to prevent them from browning. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

The trick to stir-frying is having all the ingredients chopped, weighed and measured before you start cooking. This is known as mise en place', and translates to everything in its place and ready to go. Trim the snow peas, peeling the stem and string away from the peas, then cut snow peas in half. To […]

Few can resist a perfectly roasted pork belly. This recipe is dead easy to follow and there is no reason why the result won't be crispy crunch crackling and succulent, tender meat that falls apart at the merest touch of a fork.

Exquisite Japanese teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing served with a colourful salad.

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Recipe suitable to freeze. Feijoada is traditionally a Portuguese dish made with red kidney beans. Its name comes from “feijõa”, Portuguese for beans. Imported […]

Although it’s called pork neck, this marbled cut comes from the shoulder, suits high temperature cooking, such as barbecuing and roasting and is far nicer than many leaner cuts. If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes first. Pork can be marinated and threaded onto skewers a day ahead. Note

The traditional aussie christmas would not be complete without the traditional aussie ham! This delicious recipe will feed ten lucky guests.

Apple, celery and pork are a classic, mouth-watering trio in this easy dish.

The deep, earthy flavours of this pot roasted pork shoulder with mushroom, port and chestnut are redolent of winter evenings and roaring fires.

Beef stroganoff is a dish served in a sauce with sour cream. It originated in Russia in the 19th century and has since become popular around the world, with as many variations as there are countries that eat it. Here we've used pork instead of beef, but chicken may also be used.

Quick, easy and delicious Japanese stir-fried pork and rice noodles will surely satisfy all of the family. Sprinkle some freshly chopped chilli if you like some heat.

Bring the taste of Italy to your home with this rich and cheesy chilli bolognese.

This simple dish has surprisingly intense and exotic flavours.

One of the most beloved Japanese dishes, tonkatsu is a crumbed and fried pork cutlets.

This spicy Sichuan dish is packed with flavour and ready within minutes.

Ask your butcher to remove the rind completely from the pork loin and score it. Note