Goan Roast Pork With Basmati Pilaf

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 9
Goan Roast Pork With Basmati Pilaf, a spicy and flavorful Indian dish
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Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hrs 30 min

Ready In

3 hrs

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 lbs boneless pork loin , with some fat
1 dried chili , with seeds
1 pasilla chile , with seeds
1/4 teaspoon peppercorn
3 cloves
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3 inches cinnamon sticks
1/2 inch piece gingerroot
1 whole fresh green chili pepper , roasted over an open flame and peeled ( leave seeds in pepper )
2 cups chopped cilantro leaves , washed very well and chopped
8 garlic cloves
5 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup dark rum
2 tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 cups basmati rice , picked over , washed well , and soaked in lukewarm water for 15 minutes
1 chicken bouillon cube
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 cinnamon sticks , broken into 3 or 4 cloves
2 bay leaves
2 medium onions , finely minced
3 plum tomatoes , cored and diced
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
410
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
Goan Roast Pork With Basmati Pilaf is a popular dish from the Indian state of Goa, known for its spicy and flavorful cuisine. This recipe combines a variety of spices, including chilies, cinnamon, and cumin, to create a rich and complex flavor profile. The pork loin is cooked to tender perfection, in a spicy rub that infuses the entire dish with its bold flavor. The basmati pilaf provides the perfect complement, with its fluffy texture and fragrant aroma. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or dinner party, and is sure to impress your guests with its exotic flavors.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.Cut the dried chili and pasilla chili in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds.
3.Grind the chilies, peppercorns, cloves, cumin seeds, turmeric, cinnamon, gingerroot, green chili pepper, cilantro, garlic, cider vinegar, dark rum, salt, and sugar together in a blender or food processor until you have a smooth paste.
4.Rub the paste over the pork loin, making sure it is coated evenly.
5.Place the pork loin on a wire rack inside a roasting pan, and roast for 30 minutes.
6.Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue to roast the pork loin for another 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork reads 145°F.
7.While the pork is roasting, prepare the basmati pilaf.
8.Drain the rice and add it to a pot with 4 1/2 cups of water and the chicken bouillon cube. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
9.Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18 minutes.
10.In a separate pan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
11.Add the broken cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, and minced onions, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onions are softened.
12.Add the diced plum tomatoes and a pinch of salt, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes, until the tomatoes have broken down and formed a sauce.
13.Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, and add it to the tomato sauce. Mix well.
14.Serve the pork loin slices on a bed of basmati pilaf.

PROS

This dish is extremely flavorful, combining a variety of spices and flavors from Indian cuisine.

The pork loin is tender and juicy, while the basmati pilaf provides a delicious contrast in texture.

This recipe can be adjusted in terms of spiciness to suit individual preferences.

CONS

This recipe requires a significant amount of time and effort to prepare, as well as a number of ingredients.

It may be difficult to find some of the spices and chilies used in this recipe, depending on where you are located.

The pork loin must be cooked to a specific temperature in order to be safe to eat, which requires a meat thermometer.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork loin is a good source of protein, and is low in fat and calories.
Many of the spices used in this recipe, such as cinnamon and turmeric, have been linked to various health benefits, including reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.
However, this recipe also contains a significant amount of salt and sugar, which should be consumed in moderation.

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