Hi Suz, and whomever else: To shred uncooked pork, stick it in the freezer for awhile, until it is partially frozen, then you turn it into matchsticks, if you wish! I usually do not shred it that finely, preferring a 1/4 " strip by about 1-2 inches, gives more bite, and it is simpler. Posted that recipe in appreciation to Mike Bowers for putting up with us all, and keeping the Chile-Heads COOL! Cheers, Doug in BC