Tag: pork

by our friend and guest Pete

Continuing with the theme of EARTH we decided to go back to the basics and make pork fajitas. What’s more basic than smoked meat over a tortilla with simple vegetables? We used pork shoulder, but don’t be afraid to experiment even non-meat options are great.

Ingredients:

• a 4 lbs pork shoulder

For the dry rub:

• Dry Mustard: 1 tablespoon
• Paprika: 2 tablespoons
• Onion Powder: 1 tablespoon
• Garlic Powder: 1 tablespoon
• Salt: 2 tablespoons
• Pepper: 1 tablespoon

Instructions:

Mix ingredients in bowl and rub it on the pork shoulder to cover it entirely. Wrap the shoulder and let sit in refrigerator for 24 hours. Smoke at 250 degrees or until internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees, but closer to 195 degrees so that meat pulls apart, roughly 90 minutes per pound of meat. Baste with apple cider vinegar every 30 minutes. You can absolutely do this in an oven.

In America corn, beans, and squash are called the “Three Sisters”. A number of Native American tribes interplanted this trio because they thrive together, much like three inseparable sisters. And a three sister salad is the perfect combo for this EARTH themed party.

Ingredients:

For the Apple Cider Vinaigrette:

• Roughly 6 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
• ¼ cup honey
• ¾ cup avocado oil
• Salt and ground pepper.

For the salad:

• 2 squashes (zucchini in this instance)
• 3 ears of corn
• ¼ cup avocado oil
• Salt and pepper
• 1 can cooked black beans
• Dice tomatoes (if desired).

Instructions:

Refrigerate and save to dress the salad. Now for the salad you’ll need

1. For the vinaigrette: In a bowl combine the vinegar, honey, and avocado oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
2. For the salad: slice squash longways, baste with avocado oil and grill along with the ears of corn.
3. Remove corn from ears, then mix all salad ingredients, dress with the Apple Cider Vinaigrette.
4. Serve the pork and salad over tortillas, corn or wheat your preference.

Game Night  Tips

• Listen to our podcast Earth Board Game Dinner Party to learn about our guest’s experience before and after playing the game.
• Other recipes inspired by this game are: Gaia’s Elixir and cornmeal cakes with cream cheese whipped cream and berries.

Conclusion

It is very gratifying sharing drinks and  food with friends and family and playing a game afterwards makes the experience even better. Give this recipe a try and share your experience and your inspirations too.