Globally Inspired K12 Recipes Using Speed-Scratch Proteins

Today’s kids love trying new foods from around the world1—and feeding those cravings is now easier than ever with fully cooked proteins that come pre-seasoned, pre-sauced or ready to take on new flavors.

Originally crafted for restaurants, these scratch-style ingredients are now available for K12 to help elevate menus while giving kids their favorites from home or new flavors to try.

Al Pastor Tacos

Serving on-trend tacos is a cinch! Just fill corn tortillas with CAFE H® Pork Al Pastor #134991 and a roasted pineapple salsa made with pineapple, red pepper, onion, jalapeño, cilantro and lime.

tip:

Give the corn tortillas a quick toast in the oven for a slightly crispy texture.

Al Pastor Tacos

 

Serving on-trend tacos is a cinch! Just fill corn tortillas with CAFE H® Pork Al Pastor #134991 and a roasted pineapple salsa made with pineapple, red pepper, onion, jalapeño, cilantro and lime.

tip:

Give the corn tortillas a quick toast in the oven for a slightly crispy texture.

Korean BBQ Rice Bowl

Treat your students to layers of savory, tangy and spicy, all in one bowl with JENNIE-O® Savory Turkey Crumbles #08996 in a Korean BBQ sauce, plus brown rice, kimchi slaw and spicy cucumber salad.

tip:

Try turkey crumbles in chilaquiles breakfast bowls or breakfast wraps!

Korean BBQ Rice Bowl

Treat your students to layers of savory, tangy and spicy, all in one bowl with JENNIE-O® Savory Turkey Crumbles #08996 in a Korean BBQ sauce, plus brown rice, kimchi slaw and spicy cucumber salad.

tip:

Try turkey crumbles in chilaquiles breakfast bowls or breakfast wraps!

Chicken Tortilla Soup​

Create your kids’ next favorite soup by combining HORMEL® FIRE BRAISED™ Pulled Chicken Thigh #73004, chicken stock, a zesty seasoning blend and veggies like onion, tomatoes and black beans.

tip:

Garnish with sour cream, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips or cheddar cheese.

Chicken Tortilla Soup​

Create your kids’ next favorite soup by combining HORMEL® FIRE BRAISED™ Pulled Chicken Thigh #73004, chicken stock, a zesty seasoning blend and veggies like onion, tomatoes and black beans.

tip:

Garnish with sour cream, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips or cheddar cheese.

Watch the Full Demonstration Video

Need more ideas? Reach out to your rep for other ways to use speed-scratch proteins.

Watch the Full Demonstration Video

Need more ideas? Reach out to your rep for other ways to use speed-scratch proteins.

1 Chartwells, 2025

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