In my opinion, pork is a very underrated meat option. Sure you have the fatty varieties like bacon and sausage, but there are lean options as well! My task for you this week is to incorporate some type of lean pork into your meal prep plan!
Obviously pork is high in protein, which is important to a clean eating diet. Pork is also a good source of vitamins B12 and B6, AND one 3oz serving provides 1/5 daily recommendation of zinc.
I like to change things up every once in a while to avoid the boredom of chicken breasts. Pork is a great option to do that!
So what cuts of pork should you lean towards? Pork tenderloin is going to be the most lean, but look for other cuts that have the term “loin” in them. For example, top loin, bone-in loin, sirloin, etc. Occasionally there will be a sale on whole tenderloins, so you can buy them and cut your own lean, healthy pork chops!
Pork can be cooked several different ways including roasting, pan frying, grilling or even in the slow cooker.
I enjoy pork on its own with a little mustard, but it can also be used for tacos, stir fry, sandwiches or turn ground pork into meatballs!
If you like to make chicken tacos for dinner, then occasionally swap out chicken for pork! Slice a lean pork chop and layer onto a tortilla! Easy, healthy and changes things up from the usual chicken dish.
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What is your favorite way to prepare pork?!
