Ground Pork Recipes to Try

Carnivore Pork and Beef Casserole

This dish combines ground beef and pork into a hearty, satisfying meal. 

Ingredients: 

1 lb ground pork

1 lb ground beef

6 eggs

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp cream cheese

Salt and black pepper (optional)

Instructions: 

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef and pork until browned, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove the skillet from the heat.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the heavy cream and cream cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Combine the egg mixture with the cooked meat and stir well.
5. Pour the mixture into a casserole dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and bubbly. 

Carnivore Meatloaf

This recipe uses crushed pork rinds as a binder instead of traditional breadcrumbs for a carnivore-friendly alternative. 

Ingredients: 

1 lb ground pork

2 lbs ground beef

2 eggs, whisked

1/2 cup crushed pork rinds (pork panko)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: 

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.

Shape the mixture into a loaf on a sheet pan.

Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). 

Simple Carnivore Meatballs

These meatballs can be cooked in the oven or air fryer for a crispy exterior. 

Ingredients: 

1 lb ground pork (or a mix of beef and pork)

1-2 eggs (optional, as a binder)

2 tbsp butter or beef tallow

Salt to taste

Shredded hard cheese or crushed pork rinds (optional, for texture) 

Instructions: 

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Combine the ground pork, egg, salt, and optional cheese or crushed pork rinds in a bowl.

Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake for 15–20 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Alternatively, air-fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes. 

Carnivore Breakfast Scramble

For a quick meal, cook ground pork with eggs and cheese in a skillet. 

Ingredients: 

1 lb ground pork

6-7 eggs

1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (optional)

2 cups shredded cheese (optional)

Salt to taste 

Instructions:

Brown the ground pork in a skillet over medium heat and season with salt.

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the heavy cream (if using).

Pour the egg mixture over the cooked pork in the skillet.

Scramble until the eggs are set.

Stir in the shredded cheese until melted before serving. 

Frozen Instant Pot Chuck Roast *****

 

• 2-lb pound frozen chuck roast
• 2.5 cups water
• 1 teaspoon Real Salt

1. Place the metal trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot, and place the frozen roast on top of the trivet.
2. Pour the water over the roast.
3. Sprinkle the roast with Real Salt.
4. Cook on Manual on High for 85 minutes.
5. Once the roast finishes cooking, allow it to naturally release for 30 minutes.
6. Carefully remove the lid and allow the roast to cool to the point that it’s safe to handle. Remove the roast to a large bowl and use two forks to easily shred it.

https://keytomylime.com/instant-pot-frozen-roast/#mv-creation-135-jtr

Creamy Ricotta Dessert *****

 Very good.  Made it in the mini food processor.  Used 1 tsp +1/8 tsp the first time I made it, but it was very sweet.  Will try 1 tsp next time.

• 1 cup whole milk ricotta 
• ▢Monk fruit to equal 2 Tbsp sugar (I used 1 tsp powdered monk fruit)
• ▢½ tsp vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a small food processor.  Process for 2 minutes.  

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.

https://healthyrecipesblogs.com/ricotta-dessert/#recipe

Low Carb Coffee Ricotta Mousse - to try

 

Sugar Free Low Carb Coffee Ricotta Mousse

 Prep Time15minutes minutes

 Total Time15minutes minutes

 Servings10 @ 3 ounces

 Calories171kcal

 AuthorBrenda Bennett | Sugar-Free Mom

Ingredients

• 2.5 teaspoons gelatin
• 1/2 cup strong coffee hot brewed or see swaps above
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese or see swaps above
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla liquid stevia or see swaps above
• pinch salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• optional: shaved sugar free chocolate bars to garnish

Instructions

• Pour the gelatin into the hot coffee and stir until the gelatin dissolves and there are no lumps. Set aside to cool slightly.
• Add the ricotta, espresso, vanilla extract, stevia and salt to a stand mixer or large bowl using an electric mixer. You could also use a food processor if you prefer. 
• Blend until combined well.
• Pour the cooled coffee gelatin mixture into the stand mixing bowl and blend until smooth.
• Pour in heavy whipping cream and blend on high until thickened and whipped with stiff peaks.
• Spoon into serving dishes and garnish with shaved chocolate if desired.
• Place in refrigerator covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container for 2 hours to thicken, then enjoy!

Notes

This recipe was first published in August 2015 and updated with video in 2018.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.33cup | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 62mg | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 0.2mg

https://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/sugar-free-low-carb-coffee-ricotta-mousse/#recipe

Dr. Kiltz's Carnivore Healing Bowl ****

 This tasted as expected, but I didn't enjoy it because I was developing ground beef aversion.

Dr. Kiltz's Carnivore Healing Bowl

Ingredients:

• 4 oz ground beef (80/20 or fattier)

• 1–2 pasture-raised egg yolks

• 1 tbsp beef tallow or butter

• Sea salt to taste

Instructions:

• Brown the ground beef in tallow or butter over medium heat.

• Remove from heat and stir in the egg yolks while still warm.

• Salt generously and enjoy.

Try this recipe at least once this week. One meal that calms the gut and supports healing from the inside out.

For more recipes that will help keep your Keto-Carnivore journey on track, check out Kiltz's Keto is Carnivore.

Blueberry Chia Pudding

 

½ cup fresh blueberries (plus extra for topping)

½ cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon chia seeds

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon honey (or to taste — skip for no added sugar)

1 teaspoon cacao nibs or crushed dark chocolate

Instructions:

Mash the ½ cup blueberries with a spoon.

Add Greek yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla, and honey.

Stir until fully combined.

Top with a few whole blueberries and sprinkle with cacao nibs.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).

https://www.instagram.com/p/DMXthb8s5_1/

Lemon Egg Loaf *****

 

8 eggs, room temp

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 stick butter, softened

2 tsp lemon extract

Monk fruit to taste (I used 144 drops)

Blend together eggs, cream cheese, butter, lemon extract, and monk fruit until smooth and well combined.

Pour the mixture into a 2-quart rectangular baking dish, lined with parchment paper.

Bake at 350 for approximately 25 minutes.  

Cool and refrigerate