Flaeskesteg Med Svaer (Roast Ham With Crackling)

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Classic Danish pork shoulder roast with impossibly crispy, salty crackling and tender, juicy meat.
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Flaeskesteg Med Svaer (Roast Ham With Crackling)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 18.1

Description

This traditional Danish Flaeskesteg is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a large pork shoulder roasted slowly until the meat is succulent and the skin transforms into a shattering, golden-brown crust known as sv&# 195;¦r. The key to success lies in the scoring technique and the balance of coarse salt and fresh pepper, which penetrate deep into the fat layers. It is a visually stunning centerpiece that pairs beautifully with warm potato dumplings and lingonberry jam. Perfect for Sunday dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish delivers rich, savory flavors and a satisfying contrast between the tender pork and the crunchy, salty rind that everyone fights over.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300ðF (150ðC).
  2. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels, paying special attention to the skin.
  3. Using a very sharp, heavy knife, score the rind in a cross-hatch pattern, cutting deeply through the fat layer but not into the meat, with incisions about 1/2 inch apart.
  4. Generously rub the coarse salt and fresh black pepper into the scored gashes, ensuring the seasoning penetrates deep into the fat.
  5. Place the pork on a rack set inside a shallow roasting pan just large enough to hold the meat comfortably.
  6. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, avoiding the bone and fat.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 4 to 4 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 180ðF (82ðC).
  8. Do not baste the meat during roasting, as this will prevent the crackling from becoming crisp.
  9. Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest on the counter for 10-15 minutes before carving.
  10. Carve the meat, ensuring each serving includes a piece of the crispy crackling.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 18.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 6.0mg2%
Sodium 163.2mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 3.1g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For extra crispy crackling, you can increase the oven temperature to 400ðF (200ðC) for the last 15-20 minutes of roasting, watching closely to prevent burning.

The pork shoulder must have the skin (rind) intact for this recipe to work. Ask your butcher for a "skin-on" shoulder.

This dish pairs traditionally with boiled potatoes, red cabbage, and lingonberry jam.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to preserve moisture, though the crackling may lose some crispness.

Keywords: danish, pork, roast, crackling, crispy, svaer, flaeskesteg, shoulder, holiday, dinner, scandinavian, salting, pepper, roasting, meat, crunchy, traditional, main course
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