Culinary Uses & Everyday Applications
With its leaner profile and fine texture, this ground pork is suitable for a wide range of everyday recipes and cooking styles.
🥟 Filipino & Asian Favorites
Ideal for making lumpiang shanghai, siomai, gyoza, pork giniling, meatballs, and other hearty dishes served over rice. The fine grind blends well with vegetables, seasonings, and sauces.
🍝 Pasta & Comfort Foods
Add to pasta sauces, lasagna, meatloaf, stuffed vegetables, or combine with other meats for meatballs and burger patties.
⏱️ Stir-Fries & Meal Prep
Cook with vegetables, herbs, spices, and sauces for quick weeknight meals and meal-prep recipes.
How to Cook Lean Ground Pork
01Thaw Properly: Thaw the sealed package in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. For faster thawing, place the sealed package in cold water. Avoid using hot water.
02Preheat the Pan: Preheat a skillet, wok, or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Lightly coat the cooking surface with oil, if desired.
03Cook and Break Apart: Add the ground pork and break it into small pieces using a spatula or spoon. Allow it to brown evenly while stirring occasionally.
04Cook Thoroughly: Continue cooking until no pink remains and the pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 71°C (160°F). Add seasonings, vegetables, or sauces as desired.
Featured Recipe: Garlic Pork Giniling
Ingredients:
Directions:
01Sauté Aromatics: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant.
02Brown the Pork: Add the ground pork and break it into small crumbles. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, and continue until fully cooked through.
03Add Vegetables: Stir in the soy sauce, carrots, and potatoes. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender.
04Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste and serve with steamed rice.
A simple everyday dish that highlights the versatility of lean ground pork while pairing well with a variety of vegetables and seasonings.
Nutritional Highlights
- High in Protein: Provides approximately 18g of protein per 100g serving.
- Energy Content: Provides approximately 218 kcal per 100g serving.
- Carbohydrate-Free: Contains 0g carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and sugars per 100g serving.
- Naturally Provides Essential Nutrients: Ground pork naturally provides iron, potassium, and other essential nutrients.
| Average Nutritional Values | Per 100 g serving |
| Calories | 218 kcal | * |
| Total Fat | 16 g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 18 g | 36% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 244 mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Summary: Store frozen at −18°C (0°F) or below until ready to use. Once thawed, store refrigerated and cook within 24 hours for optimal quality.
Storage & Shelf Life
Storage guidelines to help maintain product quality and safety:
01Frozen: Store at −18°C (0°F) or below and keep frozen until the expiration date indicated on the packaging.
02Refrigerated Storage: If planning to use within a few days, keep the unopened package refrigerated and use within 3 days.
03After Thawing: Once fully thawed, store in a covered container in the refrigerator and cook within 24 hours. Avoid refreezing raw ground pork after thawing, as it may affect texture and overall quality. If desired, cooked pork may be cooled and frozen again according to safe food-handling practices.