Chef John’s Porchetta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Amazing Chef John's Porchetta recipe
in Pork

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Ready In

3 h

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 boneless pork shoulder blade roast
olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt , divided
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 orange , zested
6 cloves garlic , minced
2 teaspoons fennel seeds , lightly crushed
2 teaspoons olive oil
Vinegar sauce :
1/2 anchovy fillet
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes , or to taste
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
570
Sugar
1g
Fat
45g
Porchetta is a classic Italian dish, made by roasting a whole pig seasoned with garlic, herbs and spices. Chef John's version uses a pork shoulder, wrapped around a mouth-watering filling of orange zest, fresh sage, rosemary, garlic, and fennel seeds. The pork is then roasted until crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, producing an impressive centerpiece for a special meal. The vinegar sauce adds a tangy, herbal flavor that balances the richness of the meat. Chef John's Porchetta is a dish with roots dating back centuries and has become a beloved classic around the world.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2.Cut pork shoulder lengthwise, leaving the fat layer attached to one side, so that the meat opens like a book.
3.Brush both sides of the meat lightly with olive oil.
4.Sprinkle salt and black pepper over both sides, then evenly sprinkle sage, rosemary, orange zest, garlic, and fennel seeds over one half of the meat.
5.Roll the meat around the filling, and tie tightly with kitchen twine.
6.Brush the entire surface generously with olive oil.
7.Place the porchetta onto a rack in a roasting pan.
8.Roast in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
9.Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue roasting until browned and tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours more, for a total of 20 minutes per pound.
10.Remove porchetta from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before removing twine and cutting.
11.Vinegar sauce:
12.In a bowl, whisk together anchovy fillet, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and parsley. Serve with sliced porchetta.

PROS

Chef John’s Porchetta is a delicious dish with a crispy, herby crust and a juicy, flavorful meat inside.

It is perfect for Sunday dinner or special occasions.

CONS

It takes quite a while to roast Chef John’s Porchetta, so it is not a quick and easy weeknight dinner option.

It also contains a high amount of fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, such as iron and zinc. Chef John’s Porchetta includes herbs and spices like rosemary, sage, and fennel seeds, which are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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