Parmesan-Crusted Pork with Radicchio and Pancetta Recipe

Name: Parmesan-Crusted Pork with Radicchio and Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta; 1 large fennel bulb, cored and thinly sliced; 1 large head of radicchio, cut into 6 wedges; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (4 ounces); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; Twelve 1/2-inch-thick boneless pork chops (about 3 ounces each), pounded 1/4 inch thick; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Basil leaves and lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta
1 large fennel bulb, cored and thinly sliced
1 large head of radicchio, cut into 6 wedges
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (4 ounces)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Twelve 1/2-inch-thick boneless pork chops (about 3 ounces each), pounded 1/4 inch thick
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Basil leaves and lemon wedges, for serving

1
In a large, deep skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil.
2
Add the pancetta in a single layer and cook over moderate heat, turning once, until slightly crisp, about 7 minutes.
3
Add the fennel and radicchio, season lightly with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, about 6 minutes.
4
Keep warm.
5
Preheat the oven to 225 and heat a large griddle.
6
In a pie plate, combine the cheese with the cornstarch.
7
Season the pork with salt and pepper and coat both sides with the cheese mixture, pressing to help it adhere.
8
On the griddle, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
9
Add half of the pork and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned and crusty all over, about 4 minutes.
10
Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
11
Cook the remaining pork in the remaining 1 tablespoon each of butter and oil.
12
Transfer the pork to plates and top with the fennel-radicchio mixture.
13
Garnish with basil leaves and lemon wedges and serve right away.

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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: 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, 1 large fennel bulb, cored and thinly sliced, 1 large head of radicchio, cut into 6 wedges, and more.

Yes, Parmesan-Crusted Pork with Radicchio and Pancetta 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.

Parmesan-Crusted Pork with Radicchio and Pancetta

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