The only real difference that you're likely to see (other than flavor) is if you are substituting ground pork for beef of a lower fat content. Besides burgers, Beyond Meat also has chicken strips and ground beef crumbles. Do not forget to add some fennel for a very distinct taste. Cook meat a bit longer on lower heat to be sure pork is well done and not dried out. Ground beef crumbles, made from soy protein, are another versatile substitute for ground beef. I wanted to know, does anyone have any substitutes that could come fairly close in simulating the taste, and possibly even the texture, of pork products? discussion from the Chowhound General Discussion, Pork food community. Taste: 9/10 These products are hailed by elite athletes for their taste and nutrition, and I'd have to agree. Obviously, the recipee (which is a Thai casserole with rice, peppers, mushrooms, scallions, bean sprouts, cilantro and a lime/soy/broth sauce) will taste different, but would you advise against the substitute? Reflecting on the big and the small, this year we focused on our growing social good program, our zero waste journey, how to turn back the clock on climate change and … Impossible Foods' pig-free pork is here, and it's scary-similar to the real thing. My grocery store (oddly) doesn't carry ground pork, so I bought ground turkey as a substitute. These products are completely cooked and seasoned to taste like pork, beef, chicken and deli meats. Nutrition: 9/10 Beyond Meat uses plant-based ingredients including pea or soy-based protein, amaranth, and yeast extract for flavor. You will find a variety of these meat alternatives packaged in cans, dried or frozen. Ground pork makes a great burger on its own, but you can also mix it with equal parts beef. Any spices I can use to compensate a little? Sausage can be made from any meat, it isn't limited to pork. The problem is, many yummy recipes call for bacon, pancetta, proscuito or simply the basic ground pork. I often cook for people who cannot eat any pork (an pork products) for various reasons. We don't eat "pig" rather we eat "pork." In meatballs, pork and beef will behave pretty much the same, the flavor will just be of pork or of beef. Sausage is ground meat mixed with herbs and spices in some manner of form. Ground pork in the US is not generally labeled for fat content, but tends to run about 20% fat. Try adding a teaspoon of jerk seasoning and a large pinch of chili pepper per pound of meat for burgers. Every year, we publish an Impact Report documenting our progress toward a more sustainable food system. For best results, double the amount of fresh herbs to substitute for dried herbs. yes you can substitute pork. Read the Can I use a pork loin for ground pork? 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