Pork Poached in Milk with Cavolo Nero

A traditional Italian dish of tender pork shoulder poached in seasoned milk with lemon, sage, potatoes, and wilted greens.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1202.5 kcals 4810 kcals
Carbohydrates 49.1 grams 196.2 grams
Fat 87.1 grams 348.5 grams
Protein 55.5 grams 222 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
100
g
Butter
Unsalted, for the pork
75
g
Butter
Unsalted, for the cavolo nero
1.5
l
Milk
Full-fat
Fruits
2
piece
Lemon
Unwaxed, zest stripped and halved
Meat
750
g
Pork Loin
Boned, with rind attached
NutsSeeds
4
clove
Garlic
Sliced
6
leaf
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
OilsFats
30
ml
Olive Oil
Approx 2 tbsp
Vegetables
500
g
Potatoes
Waxy, peeled and left whole
1
head
Cavolo Nero
Chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 160°C.
  • Heat 100g butter and oil in a large ovenproof pan and sear pork until golden-brown.
  • Remove pork, then fry garlic and sage for 2 minutes before adding lemon zest, juice, lemon halves, and milk.
  • Bring to a boil, season pork, and return meat to the pan with the potatoes.
  • Cook in the oven for 90 to 120 minutes until the pork is tender.
  • Wilt the cavolo nero in a pan with remaining butter and a splash of water.
  • Slice the pork thickly and serve with the potatoes, sauce, and greens.