Pork Salad

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
A bold, spicy Lexington-style sauce perfect for dressing grilled pork or coleslaw
Pork Salad recipe image

This vibrant, high-heat sauce draws inspiration from classic Lexington barbecue traditions, offering a fiery kick that pairs beautifully with rich, smoky pork. The base of ketchup and vinegar provides a tangy sweetness, while generous amounts of crushed red pepper and cayenne deliver a serious punch of heat. It’s not your typical green salad; rather, itâÂÂs a dynamic condiment meant to be drizzled over grilled pork chops, pulled pork, or mixed into a crisp coleslaw for a stunning textural contrast. The flavor profile is sweet, sour, and intensely spicy, making it an exciting addition to summer barbecues, picnic spreads, or as a zesty side to cut through heavier main courses. Simple to whip up with pantry staples, this sauce brings restaurant-quality boldness to your home kitchen.

Pork Salad recipe image
Print Recipe

Pork Salad

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 763.1

Description

This vibrant, high-heat sauce draws inspiration from classic Lexington barbecue traditions, offering a fiery kick that pairs beautifully with rich, smoky pork. The base of ketchup and vinegar provides a tangy sweetness, while generous amounts of crushed red pepper and cayenne deliver a serious punch of heat. It&# 226;ÂÂs not your typical green salad; rather, itâÂÂs a dynamic condiment meant to be drizzled over grilled pork chops, pulled pork, or mixed into a crisp coleslaw for a stunning textural contrast. The flavor profile is sweet, sour, and intensely spicy, making it an exciting addition to summer barbecues, picnic spreads, or as a zesty side to cut through heavier main courses. Simple to whip up with pantry staples, this sauce brings restaurant-quality boldness to your home kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and kosher salt over medium heat.
  2. Whisk continuously until the sugar and salt have completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the crushed red pepper, ground pepper, and pinch of cayenne.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 3 to 5 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
  5. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
  6. Drizzle over grilled pork, mix into coleslaw, or serve as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 763.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 469977.8mg19583%
Total Carbohydrate 189.2g64%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g35%
Sugars 163.5g
Protein 5.2g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: spicy, pork, sauce, barbecue, lexington, vinegar, ketchup, heat, coleslaw, grill, condiment, pepper, sweet, tangy
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious