Porchetta
Porchetta is a traditional Italian roast pork dish featuring juicy, well-seasoned meat with crispy skin. The rich flavors of rosemary, garlic, and fennel blend perfectly with the pork, creating an irresistible meal that’s perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 5 –7 lb pork belly with skin or pork shoulder
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 tablespoons fennel seeds crushed
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh sage leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the garlic, rosemary, fennel seeds, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Season the Pork: Lay the pork flat, skin-side down. Spread the marinade evenly across the pork, massaging it well into the meat.
- Roll the Pork: Roll the pork tightly into a log, securing it with kitchen twine.
- Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, allowing the flavors to soak in.
- Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 325°F.
- Roast: Place the pork in a roasting pan, skin-side up. Roast for about 25 minutes per pound until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Crisp the Skin: For crispy skin, increase the oven temperature to 450°F for the last 20–30 minutes of cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Rest and Serve: Let the porchetta rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add fresh sage leaves to the seasoning mix.
If using a slow cooker, sear the pork first in a skillet, then cook on low for 6–8 hours.
Grilling is an option, too! Cook over indirect heat, turning occasionally, until done.
If using a slow cooker, sear the pork first in a skillet, then cook on low for 6–8 hours.
Grilling is an option, too! Cook over indirect heat, turning occasionally, until done.