How To Cook Pork

How would you like to cook? Select one of the following methods for cooking pork.

DO NOT OVERCOOK. Use care in timing. Cook to internal temperature of 160º. Use a meat thermometer. Allow for a 10 minute rest period before serving.

1. Roasting	6. Stir Fry
2. Broiling	7. Pan Broil
3. Grilling	8. Braise
4. Steam/Grill	9. Stew
5. Saute´

Method	Cut	Thickness/Weight	Cooking Time
Roasting: Preheat oven to 350°F. Place pork on rack in shallow pan, uncovered.	Boston Butt Roast Pork Loin Rib End Roast Bone-in Center Cut Roast Tenderloin (350°F)	3 - 6 lbs. 2 - 5 lbs. 3 - 5 lbs. 1 - 1 1/2 lbs.	28 min per pound 27 min per pound* 30 - 35 min per pound 28 - 30 min total, 5 rest*
Broiling: Preheat broiler to high. Place broiler pan 4 inches from heat.	Boneless Center Cut Chops Tenderloin Tenderloin Medallions Kabobs Ribs	1 - 1 1/2 inches 1 - 1 1/2 lbs. 3/4 - 1 inch 1 inch 3 - 4 lbs.	5 - 6 1/2 min per side 8 - 12 min per side 4 min per side 5 min per side (10 total) 35 min total, turning frequently
Grilling: Direct - grill covered, or uncovered over hot coals, 4 inches from heat, turning frequently. Indirect - Grill covered with coals off to side, drip pan with water under pork, turning frequently.	Boneless Center Cut Chops Bone-in center Cut Chops Tenderloin Medalions Kabobs Ribs	1/2 - 3/4 inches 1 - 1 1/2 inches 1/2 - 3/4 inches 1 lbs. 3/4 - 1 lbs. 2 - 4 lbs.	1 1/2 - 2 min per side 5 - 6 min per side 3-4 min per side; undercovered 16 min per pound, covered 4 - 5 min per side, uncovered 1 1/2 - 2 hrs. total; indirect method
Steam/Grill: Shallow pan with 1/4 inch water, covered in 350°F oven for 1 hour.	Ribs	2 - 4 lbs.	Steam for 1 hour, then 20 - 25 min. on grill, turn frequently.
Saute´: In skillet, heat 1 - 2 teaspoons vegetable or olive oil over medium heat, turn as needed.	Bone-in Center Cut Chops Boneless Center Cut Chops Pork Cutlets Tenderloin Medalions Fresh Ham for Scaloppini	1/2 - 3/4 inches 1/2 - 3/4 inches 1 - 1/2 inches 1/4 - 3/8 inches 3/4 - 1 inches 2 - 3 oz.	1/2 - 2 min per side 1 1/2 - 2 min per side 4 - 4 1/2 min per side 1 min per side 3 min per side 1 min per side
Stir Fry: In wok or skillet heat 2 teaspoons of oil over high heat. Stir contantly.	Pork Strips	1/4 x 1/4 x 2 inches	1 1/2 min total
Pan Broil: Brush pan with small amount of oil, Pre-heat pan over medium-high heat. Turn as needed. Non-stick pan - omit oil.	Boneless Center Cut Chops Bone-in center Cut Chops Tenderloin Medalions London Broil	1/2 - 3/4 inches 3/4 inches 3/4 - inches 1/2 - 3/4 inches	3 min per side 3 - 3 1/2 min per side 3 min per side 3 min per side
Braise: In large, heavy, oven-proof pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat. Brown all sides. Add 1/2 inch of water. Cover and bake in 350°F oven or simmer on low heat on top of range.	Boston Butt Roast Fresh Ham Roast	3 - 6 lbs. 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 lbs.	22 min per pound, rest* covered 10 minutes 22 min per pound, rest* covered 10 min
Stew: In pot, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over high heat. Brown cubes on all sides, stirring contantly. Add water or broth to cover. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover & simmer gently.	Pork Cubes	1 inch	40 minutes
DO NOT OVERCOOK. Use care in timing. Cook to internal temperature of 160º. Use a meat thermometer. Allow for a 10 minute rest period before serving.