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Свинско бонфиле на скара

Cultural Context

Originating from Bulgaria, grilled pork tenderloin is a popular dish often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It showcases the country's love for grilled meats and fresh herbs, reflecting the traditional Balkan culinary style. Today, this dish is cherished not only in Bulgaria but also in various Eastern European cuisines, with adaptations found worldwide.

BulgarianBGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 whole pork tenderloins
salt
barbecue seasoning
black pepper
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
zucchini
pancetta
kitchen twine
half a teaspoon salt
juice of 1 lemon
fresh parsley
dried oregano
more olive oil
1-2 hot peppers

pork tenderloin

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while sunflower oil is less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while brown sugar is a budget-friendly sweetener.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed Italian herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable, while mixed herbs are often cheaper.

1

Cut the two whole tenderloins into three equal parts each to make six pieces.

2

Add salt, barbecue seasoning, black pepper, and 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil to the meat and mix well.

3

Let the meat marinate for 1-2 hours in the fridge, or overnight if possible.

4

Cut zucchini into strips and salt them, then squeeze out excess water.

5

Drizzle zucchini with olive oil and set aside.

6

Place pancetta lengthwise on each fillet and braid the fillet, tying it with kitchen twine to keep it tight.

7

Preheat the grill and place the fillets with the bacon side up on the grill, along with the zucchini.

8

Prepare a sauce with half a teaspoon of salt, juice of one lemon, fresh parsley, dried oregano, and olive oil, mixing well.

9

Flavor the zucchini with the sauce and pour some on the meat before serving.

10

Serve the pork with the zucchini and garnish with parsley and hot peppers.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillWorner graterkitchen twinecutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Grilled Pork TenderloinСвинско бонфиле

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