Party Pork Barbecue
A flavorful party pork barbecue featuring tender pork, colorful vegetables, pineapple, and a tangy sauce, perfect for casual gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. pork shoulder, cut in cubes ⓘ
- 1/4 c. flour ⓘ
- 1 1/2 tsp. salt ⓘ
- 1/8 tsp. pepper ⓘ
- 2 Tbsp. oil ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp. mustard ⓘ
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce ⓘ
- 1 c. sliced celery ⓘ
- 1 medium green pepper, cut in 2-inch long strips ⓘ
- 1 small onion, sliced ⓘ
- 1 (13 oz.) can pineapple tidbits or chunks (undrained) ⓘ
- 3/4 c. ketchup ⓘ
- 4 c. cooked Minute rice ⓘ
Instructions
- Coat pork with flour, salt, and pepper.
- Brown the coated pork in oil in a large skillet.
- Add celery, green pepper, onion, pineapple with juice, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet.
- Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice.
Tips & Substitutions
For added flavor, marinate the pork shoulder in the mustard and Worcestershire sauce for a few hours before coating it in flour. If you want a bit of heat, consider adding some diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce. If you don’t have pork shoulder, chicken thighs work well as a substitution. This recipe can also be adapted for a slow cooker for a hands-off approach.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Party Pork Barbecue over the cooked Minute rice for a hearty meal. It pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or some Glorious Baked Beans for a complete spread. You can also use the pork as a filling for tortillas or sandwiches for a delicious twist.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the barbecue in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it moist, and heat until warmed through. Alternatively, microwave in a covered dish, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Party Pork Barbecue contains roughly 1227 calories, with 21g protein, 29g carbohydrates, and 117g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (55% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (47% of the Daily Value), and protein (43% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2512mg per serving (109% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the pork shoulder with chicken thighs or even beef chuck. Just adjust the cooking time as chicken will cook faster than pork.
What can I add for extra vegetables?
Feel free to add more vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas. They can be added along with the celery for a colorful and nutritious boost.
Is there a way to make this recipe spicier?
Absolutely! You can add diced jalapeños, a pinch of cayenne pepper, or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce to the sauce mixture for a spicy kick.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).