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Fast & Fresh Pork Recipes

Get your favorite pork dishes on the table fast with these delicious recipes

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1 /15 Iain Bagwell

Gorgonzola-Stuffed Pork Chops with Pears

2 /15 Photo by James Baigrie; written by Amy Machnak

Roasted Fennel, Egg, and Pancetta Panzanella

This salad is a surefire way to chase away the mid-winter blues.

Recipe: Roasted Fennel, Egg, and Pancetta Panzanella

3 /15 Photo by Thomas J. Story; written by Amy Machnak

Dates with Bacon

Sweet, salty, and altogether delicious. Try these easy appetizers at your next party.

Recipe: Dates with Bacon

4 /15 Photo by Yunhee Kim; written by Amy Machnak

Rosemary Garlic Pork Tenderloin

We cut the pork in half to speed the cooking time. If you'd rather grill the pork, feel free to leave it whole.

Recipe: Rosemary Garlic Pork Tenderloin

5 /15 Photo by Leo Gong; written by Amy Machnak

Easy Lettuce Cups

Think of the lettuce cup as the vehicle to get flavorful ground pork from the plate to your mouth. Who needs forks?

Recipe: Easy Lettuce Cups

6 /15 Photo by James Balgrie; written by Amy Machnak

Pork Chops with Mustard, Rosemary, and Capers

The mustard and capers make a delicious pan sauce for these quick pork chops.

Recipe: Pork Chops with Mustard, Rosemary, and Capers

7 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Prosciutto-wrapped Pears

This appetizer is so simple and so delicious, you’ll be surprised that you didn’t think of it sooner.

Recipe: Prosciutto-wrapped Pears

8 /15 Photo by Thomas J. Story; written by Amy Machnak

Toasted Ham and Poppy Seed Sandwiches

Take your ham and cheese sandwich to the next level with this tasty version.

Get the recipe: Toasted Ham and Poppy Seed Sandwiches

9 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Sausage with Hominy and Spinach

Fresh sausages make a great weeknight meal.

Recipe: Sausage with Hominy and Spinach

10 /15 Photo by Thomas J. Story; written by Amy Machnak

Chinese Pork and Asparagus Soup

If asparagus isn’t in season, you can easily sub in boy choy or another Asian green.

Recipe: Chinese Pork and Asparagus Soup

11 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Hawaiian Pork Burgers

For an even more authentic Hawaiian experience, try these with sweet rolls.

Recipe: Hawaiian Pork Burgers

12 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Halibut Kebabs with Grilled Bread and Pancetta

The first time we had these, we almost fell off our chairs because of how incredibly delicious they are.

Recipe: Halibut Kebabs with Grilled Bread and Pancetta

13 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak

Avocados with Warm Bacon Parsley Vinaigrette

For a larger, more complete salad, serve this over leaves of butter lettuce. But from a flavor perspective, it's just fine as-is.

Recipe: Avocados with Warm Bacon Parsley Vinaigrette

14 /15 Photo by Alex Farnum; written by Amy Machnak

Thai Barbecued Pork

We loved the salty spice of these pork pieces served over rice. You could also use them in a banh mi sandwich.

Get the recipe: Thai Barbecued Pork

15 /15 Photo by Annabelle Breakey

Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad with Pork Chops

It’s all about textures here: crisp carrot slices, hearty pork and chickpeas, and delicate herbs. Make sure to use very fresh mint—it really makes a difference—and get the pan ripping hot before you add the chops; that’s what will give them their nice brown crust.

Recipe: Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad with Pork Chops