Minnesota State Spring Barrow Show 2019 by Albert Lea Tribune

– 75TH ANNUAL –

MINNESOTA STATE

SPRING BARROW SHOW Tuesday, January 29, 2019

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Thursday, Jan. 31

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The annual Minnesota State Spring Barrow Show is celebrating its 75th year of competition. What’s on the line? The whole hog. Contests occur Feb. 1, but participating pigs will be weighed from 1 to 6 p.m. Jan. 31 at the swine barn on the Freeborn County Fairgrounds. Weighing determines eligibility and also doubles as the sale weight. Pigs shown will all be sold to John Morrell & Co. The judging contest begins at 9:15 a.m. Friday. Awards for the judging contest are given out at 2 p.m., while selection of champions for other categories will occur immediately after each division. The champion adult judge will return to the 76th Minnesota State Spring Barrow Show as an official judge. Participants will compete in the junior

pen of three, open youth class, junior individuals, junior derby barrows, truck lots and open individuals. Junior entries must be shown by a junior individual, according to division rules. In all showing contests, pigs must weigh a minimum of 225 pounds. The competition is open to purebreds, grades and crossbred market hogs. In individual classes, exhibitors may show a gilt only if they are also showing a barrow. Separate classes will be provided for barrows and gilts. When the show ends at approximaltey 3 p.m., a Sweepstakes Award will be given out. Those eligible will include the grand champion junior barrow, grand champion junior gilt, grand champion junior derby, grand champion kids class, grand champion open barrow, grand champion open gilt and grand champion purebred barrow. At last year’s Barrow Show, 47 exhibitors showed 120 hogs.

General rules and regulations

serve to determine eligibility as well as 1. All hogs must be owned by the Stuffed Asian Barbecue Pork Chops PROVIDED 10:45 to 11:15 a.m.: Junior pen of three being the sale weight. exhibitor 60 days prior to the show. 11:15 to 11:30 a.m.: Open youth class 8. Junior derby barrows will be eli2. Competition is open to purebreds, Stuffing 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Junior individuals gible for the rate of gain contest. grades and crossbred market hogs. NG 1/2 cup chopped cashews 1 to 2 p.m.: Junior derby barrows 9. Upon arrival, all hogs will be ear There will be an entry fee for each class, 2 large green onions, chopped CA OFFICE2 p.m.: Judging contest awards tagged and weighed before being aswhich must accompany the entry blank. 2 celery stalks, chopped ate St. South2:15 to 2:45 p.m.: Truck lots signed to pens. Hogs to be shown as Entries closed Jan. 25. Pre-entry was 8-10 white mushrooms, chopped eca, MN 2:45 to 3 p.m.: Open individuals individuals or derby hogs must be designecessary. 835-1700 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped 3 p.m.: Selection of sweepstakes winner nated at the time of weighing. Exhibi3. A PQA number (pork quality assurPepper to taste tors are encouraged to take their own ance) is required of all exhibitors. m Metzdorff7 p.m.: Annual donor rib banquet, Wedgewood Cove entry to the scale to be weighed. Each 4. The show will include a junior divicott Lang Using sharp knife, make along approximate depending on the number of entries. Selection of incision hog is allowed only one trip to the scale. sion, an open division and truck lot divirey Prigge All times are In addition to being very tasty, these length of each chop (to stuff them in step championspork follows each division. 10. Each exhibitor is responsible for sion. The junior division is reserved for g Jones-Lang chops are really easy to prepare. 8). the feeding, care and showing of their 4-H and FFA members. Anyone eligible You can choose chops with or without Place ribs in large plastic freezer bag. as per rule 1 above and notpulled exhibiting For chipotle porkin exhibit. bones, although it’s easier to cut open Whisk together all marinadethe ingredi11. Exhibitors MUST provide their own junior division is eligible to(3-4 show in 1 pork shoulder lbs.) boneless chops in order to stuff them. ents and pour over chops. bedding. the open division. The truckolive lot division 1 tablespoon oil Refrigerate for at least oneishour Washing of hogs at the show is openor to both junior and open 1 chipotle chile, indivision adobo sauce,12. seeds 4-6 pork chops about 1-inch thick, overnight, shaking bag from timeexhibitors. to time. All prohibited. live classes will be divided removed, minced with or without bones Heat barbecue to medium/high. 13.can Pens will be reserved for the truck into workable1weight classes withsauce, no from the tablespoon adobo Remove chops from fridgemore and set lots, as they will be used for the judging than 20 per class. ofentries chipotle chiles Marinade aside two tbsp of marinade. contest. 5. In the individual classes, Juice and zest exhibitors of 2 limes (4 Tbsp.) 1/2 cup soy sauce Pour a little oil in fry pan and 14. All hogs unloaded at the show maysauté show a gilt IF they showing a Juice andare zest of 1 orange (4 Tbsp.) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil nuts, onions, celery and mushrooms for aSeparate barrow. classes willbrown be pro1 tablespoon sugar must be sold for slaughter in accordance 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (or brown few minutes. Add marinade and cook over with livestock sanitary regulations. vided for barrows and gilts. 2 teaspoon paprika sugar) low heat for a few minutes longer or 15. All hogs will be sold to John Mor6. until Purebred 1barrow class: Each exhibiteaspoon cumin 2 garlic cloves, chopped marinade has completely evaporated. tor may also show two purered barrows. rell & Co. on a live basis and slaughtered. 1 teaspoon oregano 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped Stuff chops with If necChecks for the hogs will be mailed. Registration papers need to be submit2501 E. Main • Albert Lea, MNthis mixture. 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 507-373-6421 essary,• close openings with toothpicks. 16. Compensation will not be paid for ted at the time1/2 ofteaspoon weigh-in.black pepper 800-734-6421 1 tablespoon Chinese vinegar (or www.fmcs.coop hogs that expire on the show premises All hogs must be weighed on Jan. Grill 3 to 5 minutes on each side.7.Serve white vinegar) This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. are condemned by the packer. 31 from 1 to 6 p.m. This weighing immediately. Seewill RECIPES,orPage 7

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Fourty-seven participants and 120 pigs turned up for the 2018 Spring Barrow Show at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds Feb. 1 and 2. SARAH KOCHER/ALBERT LEA TRIBUNE

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For avocado crema 1 avocado, peeled and pit removed 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup heavy cream Juice of 1 medium lime (2 Tbsp.) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro

In a small bowl, mix together sugar, salt, chili powder, onion, garlic, paprika, cayenne, coffee; then, rub all over pork. Place pork in a slow cooker, pour in BBQ sauce, and let it cook on high for 8 hours. Shred pork with 2 forks. Let it sit in the slow cooker. Preheat oven to 375° F. Spray the bottom of an 8-by-11-inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray. In a bowl, combine pulled pork and baked beans. Spread the mixture in the bottom of the casserole dish and top with shredded cheese. Then, add a layer of tator tots on top. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until tator tots are starting to turn golden brown and the casserole is just slightly bubbling at the sides. Remove from oven, and sprinkle the

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For lettuce wraps 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated 1 sliced avocado sliced radishes for garnish cilantro for garnish

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk olive oil, chipotle chile, adobo sauce, juices, zest, brown sugar and spices. Place the pork shoulder into a gallon sealable plastic bag and cover with chipotle marinade. Refrigerate eight hours or overnight. Place pork, marinade, diced onion and 1/4 cup water in slow cooker. Cook pork for 8 hours on low, or until tender and falls apart easily, about 180 degrees. Transfer pork to a large bowl, shredding with two forks. Toss with remaining marinade from slow cooker. Combine avocado, sour cream, heavy cream, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a small food processor fitted with a blade attachment. Process until smooth, occasionally scraping down the side of the bowl. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in cilantro until fully incorporated. Fill separated lettuce leaves with pork, top with sliced radishes, crema, and cilantro.

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tator tots with more cheese. Bake for 5–10 minutes to let the cheese melt and the tator tots to crisp. Grab your fork, spoon or spatula and friends, and dig into this Midwesterners’ dream dish!

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Combine all of the slaw ingredients together. Mix and set aside Slice pork into thin strips In a separate bowl, mix together onion, garlic, chili and Hoisin sauce; then, add pork strips. Stir and coat pork evenly Heat cast iron pan over medium-high heat, and add oil to the pan Add pork strips to skillet and cook, for about 10 minutes. Add sugar and water, stirring constantly until sugars caramelize and turn golden brown Combine slaw and caramelized pork strips into a tortilla shell, top it off with your favorite kind of shredded or crumbled cheese, then take a bite!

1 lb. pork loin, cut into thin strips 6 Tortillas 1 small onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Thai chili, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons Hoisin sauce 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons water Oil Salt Slaw 1/2 cup crushed pineapple 1/2 cup cucumber, diced 2–3 lbs. pork shoulder 1/2 cup green onion 4 tablespoons barbecue rub: 1 lime, juiced • 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup onion, diced 2018 Spring 1/4 Barrow Show participant during the salt judging contest while s • 1/4 cup kosher cup cilantro, chopped Cullen Weber watched orange tape salt to the back to distinguish it from others in the arena. SARAH KOCHER/ALBERT LEA T • 2 tablespoons chili powder andhog’s pepper • 2 tablespoons paprika • 1 tablespoon onion powder • 1 tablespoon garlic powder • 2 teaspoons cayenne • 2 teaspoons ground coffee 1 18 oz. bottle barbecue sauce 12 oz. elbow macaroni 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons garlic 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 3/4 cup half & half 1 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar Salt and pepper In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne and

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ground coffee together to create rub. Coat pork shoulder with rub, place in a slow cooker, and coat with barbecue sauce. Cover and place on low heat for 8 hours. After 8 hours, use two forks to shred the pork in the slow cooker. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add macaroni and cook according to package directions. Drain macaroni and set aside. After macaroni is cooked, return the empty pot to the stove. Add olive oil, garlic and onion together, and cook

over low heat (about 5 to 7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper as desired. Stir in the half and half and when the mixture begins to simmer, add the cheese and whisk until smooth. Once the cheese has melted, add the pasta and stir and coat evenly. Serve topped with barbecue pork. Note: Saving a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water can help thin out the sauce if the macaroniand-cheese sauce is getting too thick. Chipotle Pork Lettuce Wraps, Pulled Pork Tater Tot Hotdish, Carmelized Pork Tacos and Barbecue Mac & Cheese recipes courtesy of the Minnesota Pork Board. More recipes available at mnpork.com/porkplease.