Angela'S Slow Roasted Ginger Pork + Spiced Apple Sa

Name: Angela'S Slow Roasted Ginger Pork + Spiced Apple Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 shoulder of pork weighing approximately 4kg/8lb 2oz skin scored; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped; 4cm/11/2inch piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 tbsp white wine vinegar.; Spiced apple sauce; 500g/1lb 2oz cooking apples, peeled, cored and chopped; 30g/1oz butter; 2 tbsp water; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; freshly ground black pepper; 30g/1oz soft dark brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 shoulder of pork weighing approximately 4kg/8lb 2oz skin scored
4 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
4cm/11/2inch piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp white wine vinegar.
Spiced apple sauce
500g/1lb 2oz cooking apples, peeled, cored and chopped
30g/1oz butter
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
freshly ground black pepper
30g/1oz soft dark brown sugar

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1. Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas mark 7.
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2. Place the pork skin-side up on a rack over a roasting tin. Place the garlic and ginger in a pestle and mortar or food processor and pound or process until you get a rough paste then mix in the oil and vinegar. Rub the paste all over the scored skin of the pork. Place in the preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes.
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3. Remove the pork from the oven, reduce the temperature to 150C/300F/Gas 2. Turn the pork over with the skin side down on the rack and return to the oven and cook for 4-5 hours.
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4. Remove from the oven and turn up to the highest setting 220C/425F/Gas 7. Turn the pork over to the crackling side on the rack and roast in the hot oven for the final 20 minutes to crisp up the crackling. Leave to stand for 10-15 minutes before carving.
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5. To serve, cut away the crackling with a sharp knife and break it up into pieces then carve the meat. It should be very tender and succulent.
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6. For the sauce, put the apples in a pan with the butter, water, vinegar and spices. Cover and cook until softened but chunky. Add sugar to taste.

15121

kcal

Calories

623

Fat

2544

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 shoulder of pork weighing approximately 4kg/8lb 2oz skin scored, 4 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped, 4cm/11/2inch piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped, 3 tbsp olive oil, and more.

Yes, Angela'S Slow Roasted Ginger Pork + Spiced Apple Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Angela'S Slow Roasted Ginger Pork + Spiced Apple Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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