James Martin Pulled Pork Jacket Potatoes

James Martin's Pulled Pork Jacket Potatoes is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines fluffy baked potatoes with tender, seasoned pulled pork. This recipe offers a savory blend of earthy, creamy textures and juicy, smoky flavors, making it perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients for the Pulled Pork Jacket Potatoes

• For the Jacket Potatoes and Filling:
  • 8 medium-sized baking potatoes (approximately 2kg total)
  • 375g prepared pulled pork (sweet 'n' smoky flavor recommended)
  • 170g can sweetcorn, drained
  • 4 tablespoons reduced-fat grated cheese
  • 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• For the Salad:
  • 200g bag mixed green salad leaves
  • 4 spring onions, topped, tailed, and finely chopped
  • 1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
  • 1 large yellow or red pepper, cored, deseeded, and diced
  • 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Preparation Instructions

1. Cook the Jacket Potatoes: Begin by cooking the potatoes according to your preferred method until they are fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside.
2. Prepare the Pulled Pork: Gently reheat the prepared pulled pork until it is piping hot throughout, then mix in the drained sweetcorn.
3. Assemble: Slit each baked potato in half lengthwise, squeeze the sides to open, and top each with a generous spoonful of the pulled pork mixture. Sprinkle over the grated cheese and chopped spring onions.
4. Serve: Enjoy the pulled pork jacket potatoes immediately, accompanied by a fresh salad made with the mixed greens, spring onions, cucumber, pepper, cherry tomatoes, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

Storage and Reheating

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, place the potatoes in an oven at 180°C until thoroughly warmed through. The pulled pork can be reheated separately in a microwave or on the stovetop until piping hot.

Nutritional Information

Each serving of this dish provides approximately 340kcal, 8.1g of fat, 2.3g of saturates, 8.8g of sugars, and 0.63g of salt. The nutritional values can vary depending on the cuts of meat used and any adjustments made to the recipe ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use a different type of cheese? Yes, feel free to use any cheese you prefer or have available.
• How can I make this dish spicier? Add some chili flakes or hot sauce to the pulled pork for an extra kick.

Enjoy this delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a cozy meal at home. Original recipe details can be found on Love Pork​​and additional pulled pork preparation techniques and ideas can be explored through James Martin's recommendations​​​​.