Pork

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Flavour Profile

Mild, slightly sweet and savoury.

Health Benefits

Protein and one of the best food sources of thiamin (B1) — the vitamin that turns food into useable energy. A single pork chop covers most of a day's thiamin in one go.

Buying Tips

Look for pale pink flesh and a fresh appearance.

Storage

Keep refrigerated and use promptly.

Cooking Uses

Roasts, chops, sausages, stir fries and slow cooked dishes.

The good stuff

Forkin' Food Theory

Modern pork is much leaner than it used to be.

That's great for trimming fat, but it also means overcooking dries it out quickly.