Porchetta and Pickled Fennel Crostini Recipe

Name: Porchetta and Pickled Fennel Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bulb Fennel, Fronds Reserved; ⅔ cups Sugar; 2 cups White Vinegar; ⅓ cups Water; 4 sprigs Thyme; 1 Tablespoon Black Peppercorns; 5 cloves Garlic; 1 teaspoon Sea Or Kosher Salt; 4 sprigs Thyme; 6 slices Bacon; 1 pound Boneless Pork Spare Ribs; 5 cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock; 1 whole Baguette; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1 bulb Fennel, Fronds Reserved
⅔ cups Sugar
2 cups White Vinegar
⅓ cups Water
4 sprigs Thyme
1 Tablespoon Black Peppercorns
5 cloves Garlic
1 teaspoon Sea Or Kosher Salt
4 sprigs Thyme
6 slices Bacon
1 pound Boneless Pork Spare Ribs
5 cups Low Sodium Chicken Stock
1 whole Baguette
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1
Slice fennel thinly.
2
Mix sugar, salt, vinegar, and water together over medium heat until simmering.
3
Add fennel.
4
Simmer over heat for 2-3 minutes.
5
Add fennel to a storage container with thyme and black peppercorns.
6
Chill for at least an hour before eating.
7
Give the garlic a rough chop.
8
Add all the porchetta ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours until pork is incredibly tender.
9
Cool pork in braising liquid.
10
Pull pork apart.
11
Slice the baguette thin and drizzle with olive oil.
12
Put under your broiler until crostini is lightly toasted.
13
Add pork, pickled fennel, and some of the fennel fronds to garnish.
14
Yum.
15
These will go fast.

1247

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

141

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

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 bulb Fennel, Fronds Reserved, ⅔ cups Sugar, 2 cups White Vinegar, ⅓ cups Water, and more.

Yes, Porchetta and Pickled Fennel Crostini falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Porchetta and Pickled Fennel Crostini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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