Wednesday, September 5, 2018

For More Protein And Less Fat Try Allnatural Pastured Pork

By Larry Robinson


Cooking over a fire is fun but there can be some limitations for those who are watching their waistline. While there are a lot of meat products that taste good when cooked over a fire, some of these can be fattening. However, allnatural pastured pork is a nice change for those who may be tired of chicken, turkey or seafood.

Most people forget about the other white meat, which is not only tender but full of flavor that blends with many types of seasoning. While any type of fresh, lean meat is better than preseasoned meats or sausage links, natural pork has less fat than beef. The tenderloin and center cut chops are the best entree choices when trying to cut back on fat.

The great thing about having balanced meals is there is no special preparation. In fact, if one were to research pork recipes online, they will realize that having their old favorites is a possibility. A good example is breaded pork chops that are crispy on the outside but juicy on the inside without cooking in a cup of oil.

Lean pork also makes a good sandwich or other portable meal. Just season it before cooking in a pan or let simmer in the oven or outside grill. For those who are experienced in cooking with wood chips, this is a good time to enhance the natural flavor without adding salt. Once done, it can be sliced and covered with mustard or favorite condiments before being placed between two slices of thin cut bread.

Learning how to make seasoning blends is ideal for those who want to control certain things like sodium or sugar content. Others may find that mixes sold at the store do not have the intense flavor they seek. For instance, anyone wanting to make carnitas on the grill may have their own hot pepper blend that will permeate any protein cooked on a grill or in an oven.

For those who like the taste of processed foods, like ham or bacon, there are ways to make a healthy substitute. Start by trimming the visible fat on the outer layer and discarding. The remaining roast can be smoked and then baked with a generous coating of spices and natural sweeteners that will make it taste like a famous pork brand.

This type of meat is also great for making kabobs. To ensure even cooking throughout, small pieces are best since vegetables do not take a lot of time to cook. The best measure is to cut pieces no larger than one inch all the way around. For those who like larger pieces, it is a good measure to lightly cook thick cuts separately before placing on a wood skewer stick. Fully cooking large pork pieces beforehand may cause the meat to become tough or unable to stay on the skewer if the heat is low.

Many tend to think that seafood or turkey is the only healthy protein that can be barbecued. While these are very tasty, one complaint that novice grillers have is having to watch over these carefully while they cook. Since no one likes a dry protein, natural pork tastes best when it is cooked slowly so the flavors can permeate and the flesh is tender.




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