GRILLED PORK WITH WHOLE SPICES AND GARLIC BREAD
Deeply flavored from a rub of fennel, coriander, caraway and cumin, and crisp-edged from the grill, this pork feeds a crowd, and most of the work can be done in advance. You can use either boneless loin or shoulder here: The shoulder is chewier, brawnier and more irregular in shape, while the loin is neater to slice and softer to eat. But both are delicious, especially when showered with fresh lemon or lime juice at the end to cut the richness. You don't have to make the buttery garlic bread, but its herbal flavors go well with the smoke and char of the meat. If you do skip it (your loss), serve the pork strewn with plenty of fresh, bright herbs. If you're not grilling, you can roast the pork in a 500-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes, flipping it halfway. Then run it under the broiler at the end to sear the fat.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, barbecues, meat, project, main course
Time 40m
Yield 12 to 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Prepare the pork: Using a mortar and pestle, pound together the thyme, salt, cumin, coriander, fennel, caraway, peppercorns and red-pepper flakes until the spices are well cracked but not ground. (Or do this in a spice grinder, but take care not to grind the spices.) Add garlic, oil and vinegar, and pound into a paste.
- Spread paste all over pork, covering the meat thoroughly and evenly. Place the meat on a rimmed baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap or an overturned rimmed baking sheet, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or up to 48 hours (the longer, the better).
- Prepare the butter for the garlic bread: In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the parsley, basil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, vinegar and red-pepper flakes, and simmer until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and add more salt if needed. Set aside until ready to grill. If the butter solidifies, place it back on the heat until it liquefies.
- Heat the grill or light the coals. Lay the pork out on the grill so it is as flat as possible. Cover grill and let the meat cook until char marks appear on one side, 7 to 12 minutes. Use tongs and a large spatula to flip the meat. Continue to grill on the other side until cooked to taste, 135 degrees for medium, about 5 to 12 minutes longer. (It will continue to cook as it rests.)
- Transfer meat to a cutting board, cover loosely with foil and let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- While the pork is resting, grill the garlic bread: Place the halved loaves, cut side down, on the grill, and lightly toast on one side, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip bread and drizzle garlic butter over the toasted side. Let the unbuttered sides of the bread toast, another 1 to 2 minutes. Flip bread and grill once more on the buttered side for about 10 to 20 seconds to sear (take care not to let it burn). Transfer bread to a cutting board and slice into pieces.
- Carve pork into slices, and squeeze the lemon or lime wedges over the meat. Serve the pork slices garnished with red-pepper flakes and thyme leaves, with the garlic bread on the side.
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Md Ebrahimkhan
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a big hit! The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the garlic bread was the perfect accompaniment. I would definitely recommend this recipe for any occasion.
Itsthat Onekid
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork. The garlic bread is a nice touch, and the whole spices add a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Mahmood Yousif
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the garlic bread was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Aaliyahisbored07
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The pork was cooked perfectly and the garlic bread was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Open up the phone My mom
[email protected]The pork was a bit bland for my taste, but the garlic bread was excellent. I would try this recipe again with a different marinade.
Yasir khan Shoro
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pork turned out great! The garlic bread was also delicious. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.
Adrienne
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork was so tender and juicy, and the garlic bread was the perfect side dish. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Pas-plus “The kimonyo'z” Ntahombaye
[email protected]The pork was a little dry, but the garlic bread was amazing! Overall, I enjoyed the recipe and would make it again.
unnati chapagain
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the pork and the garlic bread. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.
Suliaman Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the garlic bread was a perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.