RACK OF PORK WITH PEAR-APPLE COMPOTE
Steps:
- Make the brine: Combine the salt, honey and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over high heat. When the salt and honey have dissolved, remove the pan from the heat and add the juniper berries, rosemary, peppercorns, bay leaf and garlic. Let steep until the water cools to room temperature, about 20 minutes. Add the brine mixture to a large container with a lid, then add 14 cups cold water. Score the skin on the pork roast with a knife in a 1-inch diamond pattern. Submerge the pork in the brine and cover the container. Let the pork brine overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the pork from the brine, then rinse and pat dry (discard the brine). Season the pork all over with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Heat a large ovenproof saute pan over medium-high heat for a few minutes, then add the olive oil and sear the roast on all sides until deep golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the middle of the pork registers 150 degrees F, about 40 minutes. Remove the pork to a cutting board, tent with foil and let rest at least 15 minutes.
- While the meat is resting, make the compote: Transfer 2 tablespoons fat from the roasting pan to a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and saute, stirring, 5 minutes. Add the apple, pear, dried cranberries, orange juice, cider, brown sugar, mustard and rosemary; add 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper, and the cayenne. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the compote is soft and thick, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl. Carve the pork into individual chops and serve with the compote.
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Baterson Casseus
[email protected]I'm going to try this recipe next weekend. It looks delicious!
Dad devil
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The final product is amazing!
Nkechi Nwamadu
[email protected]I'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy to follow. The results were impressive!
Amanda Rivera
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Christine Begay
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this dish. The compote helped to balance out the flavor of the pork.
zoe lingard
[email protected]I made a few modifications to the recipe and it turned out great! I used a different cut of pork and added some additional spices.
Tran H
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The pork was tough and the compote was bland.
Chloe Lewis Loughnane
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.
Bridget Ward
[email protected]The pork was a bit dry, but the compote was delicious.
Lucy Kwaw
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.
Omo Eremade
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork is always cooked perfectly and the compote is divine.
Adam Zaki
[email protected]This was my first time cooking pork and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive.
Casper Leo76
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.
Jakariya ahmed Muhid
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The pork was tender and juicy, and the pear-apple compote was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.