PORK CONSERVA WITH GREEN TOMATO AGRODOLCE

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Categories     Pork     Tomato     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Low Cal     Summer     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 24 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 14

Pork conserva:
10 ounces 1-inch cubes pork shoulder (Boston butt)
2 ounces finely chopped salt pork (fatty parts only; about 1/4 cup)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
Green tomato agrodolce:
2 teaspoons vegetable oil plus additional (for brushing)
1/2 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups chopped green tomatoes
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
24 flatbread crackers
Chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • For pork conserva:
  • Mix first 3 ingredients in 9 x 5 x 3-inch glass loaf pan. Cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Uncover pork mixture; mix in wine. Cover tightly with foil. Place in oven; cook until pork is very tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Cool to lukewarm. Uncover and mash with potato masher until finely shredded. Cover; refrigerate until cold. DO AHEAD : Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  • For green tomato agrodolce:
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook until translucent, stirring often, about 6 minutes. Add sugar; cook until juices are thick, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, vinegar, and mustard. Sprinkle with salt, increase heat to high, and bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cook until tomatoes are tender but not falling apart, stirring often, about 7 minutes. Strain tomatoes in sieve set over medium bowl. Return juices to saucepan and boil until reduced to scant 1/2 cup, about 4 minutes. Mix tomato mixture and reduced juices in same medium bowl. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoonful pork conserva on each cracker. Spoon rounded teaspoonful agrodolce on top. Sprinkle with basil.

Mostafa Ghaddar
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive pork dish.


Huell Roberts
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The pork was cooked to perfection and the green tomato agrodolce was a delicious accompaniment.


Cloudii Beats
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful.


taken given
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The pork was cooked perfectly and the green tomato agrodolce was the perfect finishing touch.


Robert VanHollenbeck
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I made this dish for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best pork he's ever had.


Dustin Gilliam
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the final dish was worth the effort. The pork was fall-apart tender and the sauce was incredibly flavorful.


Jameson Sechrist
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I'm not a huge fan of pork, but this dish was surprisingly good. The green tomato agrodolce really made the dish.


Inah Omini
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This was a great recipe! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the green tomato agrodolce was a delicious complement.


Ashley Slater
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The pork was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly balanced.


md Abusaid islam
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This dish was amazing! The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Gbenga Pelumi
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a huge hit with my family! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the green tomato agrodolce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.