It doesn’t matter if you’re watching your favorite team from the 50-yard line or the comfort of your own leather sofa, one thing remains constant, the time-honored tradition of tailgating. Sideline chefs everywhere can get in on the fun this weekend by gearing up to add even more flavor to this year’s gridiron gatherings.
To make sure the action off the field matches the excitement on the field, celebrity chef Michael Symon and America’s pork producers are helping football fanatics sizzle with flavorful recipes and winning pork tips.
Whether gametime lineups call for grilled favorites like brats, chops and ribs, or crowd-pleasing, make-and-take all-stars, like pulled pork sandwiches or ground pork meatballs, pork is the must-have protein on this season’s roster.
For example, if you’re looking for something as extraordinary as a tie-breaking touchdown, try Chef Symon’s Porky Burger, which combines three great recipes into one. Have the pulled pork or burger on its own, or unite them to make one mouthwatering masterpiece. The tailgating referee will only throw the yellow flag if fans aren’t able to clean their plates!
But that’s not all. Make sure you’re armed with the tips and techniques you need to be the MVP at the next tailgate by running some of the tips that fill up Symon’s playbook.
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Intercept more of Symon’s mouthwatering recipes below – they’re the sure-fire way to draw a crowd this tailgating season.
• Beer-Braised Pork Brats with Cabbage-Apple Caraway Salad
• Pork and Ricotta Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Photo of Michael Symon provided by the Food Network