Sunday, October 25, 2009

Pannier Pork

Daniel and Kai keep an eye on the pork.

Pannier pork is one of the most delicious meals I've ever had. Kai and Hunter originated this recipe, but I love it's simplicity and great taste. As a warning, those with an aversion to leaving meat unrefrigerated* for several hours should give this one a pass.

Ingredients:
Meat, either pork or beef has worked fine. Haven't tried chicken.
A marinade, preferably already prepared. Anything by Soy Vay is a good call.
At least two plastic bags.

Go to the nearest store on that day's rout. You want at least a few hours of riding between when you pick up the meat and when you cook it, so that it can warm up, jostle around, and get properly marinated.

Once you have the meat, unpack it and put it into the first plastic bag. Dump all the marinade in on top, press the air out of the bag and tie it closed. Now bag it again with the second plastic bag, and toss it into a pannier.

This brings the meat to room temperature which allows it to take up the marinade faster. Being in the pannier acts as a tenderizer as it bounces around. This results in a very flavorful, tender meat by the end of the ride. Grill it up as appropriate to the type and cut of meat you have, and enjoy!

*I think that the increased risk of food-borne illness is low, as the meat will be thoroughly cooked.

(Robert)