Not sure what to do with that packet of pork mince? Go beyond the bolognese and explore these easy recipes packed with ground pork. We’ve got meatballs, dumplings, stir-fries and Asian dishes, sausage rolls, tacos and more, with plenty of inspiration for every night of the week.

Vietnamese rice rolls (banh cuon)

There's no need to travel to Vietnam to enjoy this beautiful simple dish. Made with silky rice noodles, fragrant pork mince and slaw, this family-friendly salad is super tasty, fresh and totally satisfying.

Pork and feta koftas with tomato and pesto risoni

Helena Moursellas shares her favourite kofta recipe, made with pork and feta instead of the traditional lamb.

Jacket potatoes with chilli con carne

Darren Robertson puts a spicy bean twist on a classic comfort food. Eat one potato for dinner and keep the other for tomorrow's lunch.

Lemongrass pork and green stir-fry san choy bow

"This is a weeknight favourite, packed with so much flavour, and it comes together effortlessly. I love the lettuce wraps, adding a fresh crispness to the dish (and any excuse to get my hands involved). The pork stir-fry is also great the next day." – Tom Walton

Sichuan pork and glass noodle soup

Lucy Nunes makes a hearty mince soup filled with classic Chinese flavours.

Fried green curry pork dumplings with garlic and peanut nam prik

Add a kick to your dumplings with this garlic and peanut nam prik.

Pork enchiladas with chipotle chilli con queso

The comfort food of all comfort foods.

Sausage and sage stuffed shells

“I use wagyu mince in this one as it makes for a rich saucy finish. Serve the shells open-side up, trust me! I make this spicy but you do you in that regard.”

Pork ragu with peas and spinach

This pork ragu and orecchiette is the perfect way to lift up your midweek blues.

Mixed-veg rosti with sticky pork mince and herb salad

Get in your daily dose of veg with this impressive and satisfying rosti.

Pork meatball green curry

Big, bright, bold flavours in no time flat. Make the meatballs ahead of time for a quick and satisfying midweek meal.

Pork san choy bow recipe with vermicelli noodles

Vegetable-packed san choy bow with vermicelli noodles

Vermicelli noodles are the perfect texture in this san choy bow dish.

Chiang Mai-style pork larb

There are many larb versions in Thailand. The Chiang Mai style is laced with cloves, cinnamon and Sichuan pepper and has finely chopped chicken livers, which gives a rich flavour that contrasts the fresh crudites and zingy lime juice.

Pork mince salad (larb) in roti

“Talk about a party in your mouth! Larb has always been a fave for me, but partnered with my favourite flat bread, fresh herbs, a good schmear of hoisin and some pork crackle to finish things off… well, I could call this one of my favourite bites of food. Feel free to sub in crumbled tofu, chicken, turkey or beef mince or even some firm white fish. It’s an everything sort of recipe; all proteins allowed.” – Sam Parish