Roasted Pork Rack with Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Name: Roasted Pork Rack with Zucchini Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon honey; 1 orange, zested and juiced; 1 lime, zested and juiced; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 center cut rack of pork (berkshire); 1 tablespoon cracked coriander seed; 1 tablespoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder; 2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 medium zucchini; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, plus more for garnish; 1 large scallion, white and green parts sliced thinly on the bias; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 lemon, zested, plus more for garnish; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 4 ounces feta cheese, roughly chopped; 1 egg; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; Canola oil, for frying; Greek yogurt, picked dill and additional lemon zest, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon honey
1 orange, zested and juiced
1 lime, zested and juiced
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 center cut rack of pork (berkshire)
1 tablespoon cracked coriander seed
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 medium zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, plus more for garnish
1 large scallion, white and green parts sliced thinly on the bias
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 lemon, zested, plus more for garnish
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces feta cheese, roughly chopped
1 egg
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Canola oil, for frying
Greek yogurt, picked dill and additional lemon zest, for garnish

1
Whisk together honey, juice and olive oil and pour over pork in a re-sealable plastic bag .
2
Add seasoning and zest and refrigerate overnight.
3
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Place pork on roasting rack and roast for 10 to 15 minutes or until rack turns a deep golden brown.
4
Reduce heat to 275 and roast for an additional 35 to 50 minutes or until pork reaches a internal temperature of 140 degrees F. Remove pork from oven and let rest for 15 minutes.
5
Slice chops and serve with Zucchini Fritters.
6
Grate the zucchini on the large holes of a grater onto a clean kitchen towel.
7
Sprinkle with the salt.
8
Let stand while you prepare the other ingredients.
9
Wring as much liquid out of the zucchini as possible, discarding liquid.
10
In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, mint, dill, scallion, garlic, lemon zest, pepper and feta.
11
Stir in the egg and flour and mix until well combined.
12
Heat enough canola oil to 350 degrees F in a pan over medium-high heat to come halfway up the sides of the fritters.
13
Form fritters, using 1/4 cup measure, and place gently into the hot oil.
14
Fry, turning once, until the fritters are golden brown on each side, 4 to 6 minutes.
15
Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels for a minute.
16
Plate and garnish with a dollop of Greek yogurt, dill and lemon zest.

380

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon honey, 1 orange, zested and juiced, 1 lime, zested and juiced, 2 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Roasted Pork Rack with Zucchini Fritters 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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Roasted Pork Rack with Zucchini Fritters

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