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Porchetta of Terni
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Porchetta of Terni

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Terni-style porchetta is a savory, fatty, and moist boneless pork roast, heavily seasoned with wild fennel and garlic.

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A staple of street food culture in the area, the use of wild fennel gives the Terni version its characteristic aroma. It is typically served sliced as a sandwich filler in fresh local bread. Find the best spots using the Harita.

Ingredients

  • 1 Whole boneless pork belly and loin
  • Abundant wild fennel leaves and seeds
  • 6 Cloves of garlic
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Coarse salt and plenty of black pepper

Preparation

  1. Score the inner flesh of the meat and rub generously with salt, pepper, crushed garlic, and fennel.
  2. Roll the meat tightly and tie the outer skin firmly with kitchen twine.
  3. Roast slowly for several hours, starting at a high temperature to crisp the skin, then lowering it.
  4. Slice and serve once it has cooled slightly to room temperature.

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