Chef John’s Baby Porchetta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Chef John's Baby Porchetta - A Delicious and Easy Pork Entrée
in Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Spice Rub :
1/2 teaspoon whole fennel seeds
3 cloves garlic , sliced
1 tablespoon finely sliced sage leaves
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chopped rosemary
1 teaspoon kosher salt , or more to taste
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lemon , zested
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 boneless pork tenderloin
8 strips bacon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
375
Sugar
0g
Fat
20g
In this recipe, Chef John takes a traditional Italian pork dish and makes it more accessible for home cooks. The baby porchetta is made with a lean pork tenderloin, which is then wrapped in bacon for extra flavor and a crispy outside. The spice rub is a balance of savory and earthy flavors that make the pork taste amazing. This dish can be served at dinner parties or special occasions with a variety of sides, including roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad. It is an easy and delicious dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.In a small bowl, combine fennel seeds, garlic, sage, black pepper, rosemary, salt, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and olive oil to make the spice rub.
3.Rub the spice mixture all over the pork tenderloin.
4.Lay out the bacon slices on a cutting board, slightly overlapping, to form a rectangle big enough to wrap the pork tenderloin.
5.Place the pork on top of the bacon and use the bacon slices to wrap the pork tightly, tucking the ends of the bacon slices underneath.
6.Place the pork on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
7.Roast for 25-30 minutes or until an internal thermometer reads 145°F (63°C).
8.Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This dish is easy to prepare and makes for a delicious and impressive entrée.

The juicy, bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin is packed with flavor.

It can be served with a variety of sides and is perfect for dinner parties.

CONS

This dish may be high in fat and calories due to the use of bacon.

It is not appropriate for anyone who does not eat pork.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish provides a good source of protein and essential amino acids for muscle growth and repair.
The herbs and spices in the spice rub help to add flavor and may have health benefits such as reducing inflammation in the body.

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