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5 Creative Spring Recipes to Make with Pork Jerky
5 October 2024
When it comes to nutrient-dense, portable snacks, there’s no doubt that pork jerky is a superior choice. Packed with protein, low in fat, and big on flavour, Jack Link’s pork jerky is the meat snack that you can enjoy on the fly – no refrigerator or fancy storage needed! But did you know that jerky isn’t just a one-trick pony? Yes, it’s rightly earned its reputation as an elite-level snack, and it’s a great addition to many meals, too.
Pork jerky is hugely versatile, requires no special preparation and can easily be substituted for the protein source in many dishes. You just have to ask yourself how you could make your favourite meal even better and you’ll realise the answer has been staring you in the face the whole time. Just add BBQ pork jerky!
5 Unique Spring Recipes Using Pork Jerky
Don’t worry if you’re late to the pork jerky party. We’ve put together five delicious pork jerky recipes to get you started, but don’t be afraid to experiment with your own creative combinations.
#1 BBQ Pork Jerky Spring Salad
Whoever said you don’t make friends with salad has clearly never tried our BBQ pork jerky spring salad! The combination of fresh veggies and chewy pork jerky creates a satisfying mix of textures and flavours that will take your salad from boring to alluring.
Ingredients
Mixed greens (spring mix)
Cherry tomatoes (halved)
Red onion (thinly sliced)
Avocado
Jack Link’s BBQ pork jerky (chopped)
BBQ ranch dressing
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and diced avocado. Top with chopped BBQ pork jerky. Drizzle with BBQ ranch dressing and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately as a flavourful spring salad.
#2 Pork BBQ Jerky Flatbread Pizza
Add texture, flavour and depth to this classic pizza dish by incorporating pork barbecue jerky into the mix. Perfect for busy weekdays when you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner, or when you’re entertaining guests on the weekend.
Ingredients
Flatbread or pizza crust
BBQ sauce
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Red onion (sliced)
Fresh coriander
BBQ-flavoured pork jerky (shredded)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread BBQ sauce over the flatbread or pizza crust. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with sliced red onion, fresh coriander, and shredded BBQ pork jerky. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Slice and serve hot.
#3 Bacon Jerky and Potato Hash
If balanced macros are your thing, you’ll love this bacon jerky and potato hash that offers a combination of protein from the jerky, carbs from the potatoes and healthy fats from the olive oil. Enjoy this one for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Potatoes (diced)
Bell peppers (diced)
Onion (diced)
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
Smoked paprika
Bacon jerky (chopped)
Eggs
Instructions
In a frypan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until golden brown and crispy. Stir in diced bell peppers and onions. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Add chopped pork bacon jerky and cook until heated through. Serve with fried or poached eggs on top for a hearty spring breakfast or brunch.
#4 Pork Jerky BBQ Sliders
If sweating it out over a cranking hot BBQ flipping burgers isn’t your idea of fun, let us introduce you to these super easy sliders. No cooking necessary – unless you include toasting the buns.
Ingredients
Slider buns
BBQ sauce
Coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
Mayonnaise
Vinegar
Sugar
Salt
Pepper
BBQ-flavoured pork jerky (shredded)
Instructions
Prepare coleslaw by combining coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toast slider buns. Spread BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Top with shredded BBQ pork jerky and a spoonful of coleslaw. Place the top half of the bun over the filling. Serve as tasty sliders for a springtime gathering or picnic.
#5 Bacon Jerky and Vegetable Stir-Fry
This is the perfect bacon jerky recipe for using up any leftover jerky you have lying around. Just kidding! We know there’s no such thing as leftover jerky!
Ingredients
Pork bacon jerky (sliced)
Mixed vegetables (such as capsicum, snap peas, carrots)
Garlic (minced)
Ginger (grated)
Soy sauce
Hoisin sauce
Sesame oil
Cooked rice
Instructions
In a wok or frypan, stir-fry sliced bacon jerky until lightly browned. Add mixed vegetables, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp. Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve over cooked rice for a quick and flavourful springtime stir fry with a twist!
So there you have it – simple but delicious ways to turbocharge the protein and flavour profile of 5 of your favourite meals. You’re welcome!