CRISPY PORK WITH ASPARAGUS AND PICKLED ONIONS

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Crispy Pork with Asparagus and Pickled Onions image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h50m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 21

7 ounces pork shoulder
2 ounces orange juice
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Canola oil, for frying
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 ounce red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 slice red onion, cut into a julienne
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 clove garlic
4 to 5 asparagus spears, halved (about 2 ounces)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons pine nuts
1/3 teaspoon minced garlic
5 teaspoons grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the pork: Marinate the pork in the orange juice, lemon juice and garlic in a baking dish in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 280 degrees F. Remove the pork from the marinade, transfer to a baking dish and cover with foil. Roast until tender, about 4 hours. Let cool until firm.
  • Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot. Combine the flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge the pork in the flour mixture and fry until warmed through and crispy, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • For the pickled onions: Bring the vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the sugar and stir to dissolve. Pour over the red onions in a heat-proof bowl. Let stand until room temperature and then refrigerate overnight.
  • For the asparagus: Heat the butter and garlic in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and saute until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For the pesto: Puree the basil, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic in a blender. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
  • For plating: Put the asparagus on a plate. Add the crispy pork and top with the pesto and pickled red onions.

Haytam GEMM
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The pork is incredibly tender and flavorful.


Rowan Afrikaner
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed it in this recipe. The pickled onions were also a nice touch.


Sabrina Shafe
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Nankula Susan
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I would definitely make this recipe again. It's a great way to use up leftover pork.


Thunder Victor
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a different type of chili pepper than the one that was recommended.


Meer_ Hikmat_007
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The pork was so tender and juicy.


Syed Shahzaib Ali
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Rebecca Owen
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I would have liked this recipe more if the pork had been a bit crispier.


Obale Emamezi
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The pork was incredibly tender and the asparagus was cooked perfectly.


joel clarke
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I'm not a huge fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The crispy coating and the pickled onions were the perfect combination.


Young Bliss
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Sahed Bayzid
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Zainulabdin Mangrio
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste, but I think that's because I used a different brand of soy sauce than the one that was recommended.


Arkam Haidar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork is always crispy and flavorful, and the asparagus and pickled onions are a great addition.


Rhema Keane
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Christine Mcleod
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the crispy pork and the pickled onions were a nice touch.


Sad Moment For Male
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the asparagus and pickled onions were the perfect accompaniments.