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Pork Recipes
Flavorful, affordable carnivore pork recipes. From crispy bacon to tender pork shoulder, pork adds variety and richness to your carnivore diet at budget-friendly prices.
$2-4
Per pound for most cuts
30g+
Protein per serving
10 min
Quick cooking options
Why Pork for Carnivore?
Pork is the secret weapon of budget carnivore eating. Pork shoulder costs $2-3 per pound, bacon is often on sale for $4-5 per pound, and pork chops run $3-4 per pound. The higher fat content means incredible flavor and satiety.
Pork fat is delicious and nutritious. Unlike beef, pork contains more monounsaturated fats (like olive oil) which are heart-healthy. Don't trim the fat - eat it all! The fat contains fat-soluble vitamins and keeps you full for hours.
Choosing Quality Pork
Look for pork from pasture-raised pigs when possible. It has better omega-3 ratios and flavor. But conventional pork is still a great carnivore option and much more budget-friendly.
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Best Pork Cuts for Carnivore
- Pork shoulder: The most economical cut at $2-3/lb. Perfect for slow cooking. One 5lb shoulder feeds you all week for under $15.
- Bacon: A carnivore staple. Buy thick-cut for best texture. Watch for sales and stock up - it freezes perfectly for 6+ months.
- Pork chops: Quick-cooking and affordable at $3-4/lb. Buy bone-in for more flavor. Chops cook in 10 minutes for easy weeknight meals.
- Pork belly: Ultra-rich and fatty. More expensive ($5-7/lb) but incredibly satisfying. A little goes a long way.
Cooking Pork Perfectly
Modern pork is much leaner than decades ago, so don't overcook it! The old guideline of 160°F is outdated. Cook pork to 145°F internal temperature and let it rest. It will be slightly pink and incredibly juicy.
For pork chops: sear in a hot pan for 4-5 minutes per side. For pork shoulder: low and slow in the slow cooker for 8-10 hours. For bacon: oven-bake at 400°F for perfect crispy results every time.
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