Simple Pork pepper roast
Pork roast with pepper is a dish that has graced dinner tables on special occasions. The dish is loved for its rich flavours and warm spices. It brings comfort, joy, and a sense of tradition to the dining table. Each bite is filled with bold tastes that make the dish memorable and satisfying.
Coconut oil and curry leaves play an important role in this recipe. Coconut oil gives the dish a smooth texture and a mild, nutty aroma. It also helps the spices blend well into the meat. Curry leaves add a fresh, earthy smell that lifts the entire dish. When the curry leaves crackle in hot coconut oil, they release a strong aroma that signals the start of something delicious. These simple ingredients create a wonderful fragrance that fills the home and prepares everyone for a tasty meal.
The Importance of Pepper
Pepper is the main ingredient that gives this dish its name. It adds a strong, spicy, and aromatic flavour. Freshly ground pepper tastes warm and sharp, and it blends well with pork. The spiciness can be adjusted easily. You can add more pepper for a hotter dish or use less for a milder taste. Pepper also balances the natural sweetness of the meat. This balance makes every bite flavourful and enjoyable. The aroma of pepper fills the kitchen and makes the dish even more appealing. The coconut oil and curry leaves are a dynamic duo that, when combined, create a symphony of scents that will awaken your taste buds.
Why Pork Pepper Roast Stands Out
Pork Pepper Roast is unique because it is both simple and full of flavour. It does not require complicated techniques. It only needs fresh ingredients and slow cooking. The combination of pepper, tender pork, curry leaves, and coconut oil makes it a dish that stands out. It is perfect for special occasions but can also be made on a regular day. Its bold taste, comforting smell, and rich texture make it a favourite for many people.
While there are numerous methods to create this dish, I am sharing a simple and quick recipe for pork pepper roast!
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Simple Pork pepper roast
Ingredients
- I kg pork
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp chilly powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp fennel powder
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- A few tablespoons of water
- 1 no. big onion finely sliced
- 2 -3 tbsps freshly ground pepper adjust to your spice preference
- Juice of half lemon
- A few sliced coconut pieces optional
- A few curry leaves
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- Coriander leaves to garnish
Instructions
- Add the pork to a pressure cooker and marinate it with turmeric powder, coriander powder, chilly powder, garam masala, fennel powder, ginger-garlic paste, a few tablespoons of water, salt and cook for 4 whistles.
- As the pork cooks it leaves plenty of water.
- Heat oil in a cast iron pan, add the coconut slices and roast until it turns light brown.
- Add the sliced onions and saute till it becomes soft and translucent.
- Now add the cooked pork along with the water and combine everything well.
- Allow the water to evaporate and add freshly ground pepper and mix.
- Let the pork simmer until all the water evaporates.
- Taste and adjust the salt and spice level at this point, adding more pepper if you like it spicier.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add curry leaves, a few tsps of coconut oil and roast it in a simmer flame for a wonderful aroma and flavour.
- Finally, squeeze the juice of half a lemon and combine everything well.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a tsp of coconut oil.
- Serve the delicious Pork Pepper Roast with steamed rice, roti, puttu or bread. Enjoy this flavourful dish!
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What a lovely recipe! Reminds me of the first time I ate pork with puttu. Delicious!
Thanks Roshni!