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Secretos de Porco Preto de Coentrada

Cultural Context

Originating from the Alentejo region of Portugal, Secretos de Porco Preto de Coentrada showcases the rich flavors of Iberian pork, particularly the prized black pig. This dish is often enjoyed during festive gatherings and celebrations, highlighting the importance of communal meals in Portuguese culture. Today, variations can be found in many Portuguese restaurants worldwide, where chefs put their own spin on this traditional recipe.

PortuguesePTmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 g secretos de porco preto
salt
black pepper
bay leaves (pó)
paprika
juice of ½ lemon
3 cloves garlic (chopped)
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons white wine vinegar
chopped fresh coriander
boiled potatoes (with skin)

secretos de porco preto

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner and pork shoulder is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits while being more cost-effective.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley is a good substitute for fresh herbs.

1

Season the pork with salt, black pepper, bay leaves, and paprika.

2

Mix the seasoning well with the pork.

3

Drizzle with juice of ½ lemon and mix well.

4

Turn on the grill and when hot, place the boiled potatoes around it and the pork in the center.

5

Grill everything on both sides until the potatoes are golden and the meat is well cooked.

6

Remove the meat and potatoes to a platter as they finish cooking.

7

At the end, place a small clay bowl or small skillet on top of the grill.

8

Inside the bowl, add 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the chopped garlic.

9

Stir and let heat well.

10

Before removing the potatoes from the grill, slightly crush them with a tablespoon.

11

When the garlic starts to fry, add the remaining olive oil and the vinegar.

12

Stir and finally mix in the chopped coriander.

13

Once everything is grilled, drizzle everything with the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

portable grill (minicookspot)small clay bowl or small skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Secretos de Porco PretoPork Secrets with Coriander

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