Pork Braised in Morellino Recipe

Name: Pork Braised in Morellino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 pounds boneless, well-marbled pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 teaspoon ground fennel; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups dry red wine, preferably Morellino di Scansano; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 8 ounces); 3/4 cup pitted Gaeta olives; 4 thyme sprigs; 2 bay leaves; 2 rosemary sprigs; One 14-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, juices reserved

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds boneless, well-marbled pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 teaspoon ground fennel
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 cups dry red wine, preferably Morellino di Scansano
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup pitted Gaeta olives
4 thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
2 rosemary sprigs
One 14-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, juices reserved

1
In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil until shimmering.
2
Season the pork with salt and pepper.
3
Add half of the pork to the casserole and cook over moderately high heat until browned on 2 sides, about 6 minutes.
4
Transfer the pork to a bowl.
5
Repeat with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the remaining pork.
6
Add the garlic, onion and ground fennel to the casserole and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 10 minutes.
7
Add the tomato paste and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until glossy, about 2 minutes.
8
Add the wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
9
Stir in the stock and bring to a boil.
10
Return the pork to the casserole and add the carrots, olives, thyme, bay leaves, rosemary and the tomatoes with their juices.
11
Cover tightly and simmer over low heat, stirring a few times, until the pork is tender, about 2 1/2 hours.
12
Discard the herb sprigs and bay leaves.
13
Season the stew with salt and pepper and serve.

1156

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 pounds boneless, well-marbled pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 4 garlic cloves, smashed, and more.

Yes, Pork Braised in Morellino 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.

Pork Braised in Morellino

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