Braised Pork in the Black---Brasato di Maiale Nero

Name: Braised Pork in the Black---Brasato di Maiale Nero
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4-pound) pork loin, tied at regular intervals with butcher's twine; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 8 fresh sage leaves; 2 1/2 ounces pancetta; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/4 cup flat parsley leaves; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup plus 1 cup red wine; 1 (28-ounce) can tomatoes and their juices, crushed; Black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Season the pork with the salt, rubbing it into the meat, and place the sage leaves around the loin, secured under the twine.
2
Set aside for 30 minutes.
3
Mince together the pancetta, garlic and parsley to form a homogenous, smooth mixture.
4
In a large, cast-iron casserole or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and add the pork paste, cooking until it has melted into the oil.
5
Place the pork in the pan and brown on all sides so that a uniform crust is formed.
6
Add 1 cup red wine and reduce by 3/4.
7
Add the remaining cup of wine and the tomatoes, cover, and bring to a low simmer.
8
Cook for 2 hours, until meat is fork tender.
9
Remove meat from casserole, allow to rest 15 minutes, and remove string and sage leaves.
10
Serve in 1/3-inch thick slices.

206

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4-pound) pork loin, tied at regular intervals with butcher's twine, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 8 fresh sage leaves, 2 1/2 ounces pancetta, and more.

Yes, Braised Pork in the Black---Brasato di Maiale Nero 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.

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