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Crispy Pork Belly with Creamy Pearl Barley

Cultural Context

Crispy Pork Belly is a beloved dish in Estonia, often enjoyed during festive occasions. The combination of rich pork and creamy pearl barley reflects the country's agricultural roots and hearty cuisine. In modern times, this dish has gained popularity beyond Estonia, inspiring variations that incorporate different grains or sauces, while still celebrating the delightful contrast of textures.

EstonianEEmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g pork belly
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp chili paste
1 clove garlic
frying oil
salt
pepper
250 g barley pearls
1 onion
1 clove garlic
200g parsnip
100 ml sparkling wine or grape spritzer
500 ml broth
200 ml cream
nutmeg
grated Gouda
fresh parsley or dill

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pork belly

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is more affordable and still flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is rich in healthy fats.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

Vegetable broth is lower in fat and suitable for vegetarians.

1

Preheat the oven to a suitable temperature for roasting the pork belly.

2

Score the skin of the pork belly in a crisscross pattern.

3

Rub salt, pepper, and mustard over the pork belly.

4

Heat frying oil in a skillet and sear the pork belly skin-side down until crispy.

5

Transfer the pork belly to a roasting pan, skin-side up.

6

Add onion, garlic, and parsnip to the roasting pan.

7

Roast in the oven until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender.

8

Meanwhile, rinse the barley pearls under cold water.

9

In a saucepan, combine barley pearls and broth, bring to a boil.

10

Reduce heat and simmer until tender and creamy.

11

Stir in cream, nutmeg, and chopped parsley or dill into the barley.

12

Slice the crispy pork belly and serve over the creamy barley.

Cooking Techniques

roastingsimmeringsautéing

Equipment Needed

ovenskilletroasting pansaucepanknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Crispy Pork BellyPork Belly with Barley

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