Red Meat
Pork
Pork cuts including chops, tenderloin, and roasts
Choose your pork
Pick a specific pork cut or type for detailed cooking guides.
Bratwurst
German-style fresh pork sausage with distinctive spices, perfect for grilling
Chorizo
Spicy Spanish or Mexican-style pork sausage with paprika and chili peppers
Fresh Pork Sausages
Raw pork sausages made from ground pork and seasonings, requiring thorough cooking before consumption
Italian Sausages
Traditional Italian-style pork sausages with fennel and spices, available sweet or hot
Pork Baby Back Ribs
Tender ribs from the top of the rib cage, curved and meaty. Also called back ribs or loin ribs. More tender and lean than spare ribs.
Pork Chops
Juicy bone-in pork chops, great for grilling or pan-frying
Pork Loin
Large, lean cut from the back of the pig. Perfect for roasting whole or cutting into chops.
Pork Shoulder
Large, well-marbled cut from the upper shoulder. Also called Boston butt or pork butt. Perfect for pulled pork and slow roasting.
Pork Spare Ribs
Larger, meatier ribs from the belly area. More fat and connective tissue than baby backs, requiring longer cooking but delivering rich flavor.
Pork Tenderloin
Lean, tender cut from the loin, mild flavor that pairs well with various seasonings
Popular methods
How home cooks make pork
The most loved pork techniques, tested by home cooks.
Roasting
Roasting Pork Loin
Slow Roasting
Slow Roasting Pork Shoulder
Roasting
Roasting Pork Tenderloin
Boiling then Grilling
Boiling then Grilling Bratwurst
Grilling
Grilling Italian Sausages
Roasting
Roasting Pork Baby Back Ribs
Doneness
Pork Temperature Guide
Safe internal temperatures for different levels of doneness across all pork items.
| Doneness | Temperature | Description | Common For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe | 150°F / 65°C | Slightly pink center is acceptable | Fresh Pork Sausages, Pork Baby Back Ribs, Pork Chops +4 more |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | No pink remaining, fully cooked through | Fresh Pork Sausages, Pork Baby Back Ribs, Pork Chops +4 more |
| Safe | 160°F / 70°C | Properly cooked | Bratwurst, Chorizo, Italian Sausages |
Pork Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking pork.
Cook to proper internal temperature
Use food thermometer
Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your pork is safely cooked and delicious.
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