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Pork Rillette

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Pork rillette is a traditional French delicacy featuring tender, slow-simmered pork that is shredded and mixed with flavorful fats and seasonings. This recipe transforms leftover roast pork into a luxurious, spreadable delicacy with deep savory notes from onion, parsley, nutmeg, and mace. The texture is silky yet chunky, offering a perfect balance of moisture and flavor. Ideal for serving on crusty bread at appetizer parties or as a gourmet sandwich filling, this dish brings restaurant-quality elegance to your home table. It pairs beautifully with sharp mustard or pickled vegetables, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 321.7
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
Pork rillette is a traditional French delicacy featuring tender, slow-simmered pork that is shredded and mixed with flavorful fats and seasonings. This recipe transforms leftover roast pork into a luxurious, spreadable delicacy with deep savory notes from onion, parsley, nutmeg, and mace. The texture is silky yet chunky, offering a perfect balance of moisture and flavor. Ideal for serving on crusty bread at appetizer parties or as a gourmet sandwich filling, this dish brings restaurant-quality elegance to your home table. It pairs beautifully with sharp mustard or pickled vegetables, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Leftover chopped roast pork
  • 1 teaspoon Chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon Grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup Chicken stock
  • 1/3 cup Mined onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon Powdered mace
  • 3 tablespoons Butter, softened (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons Butter, melted (for topping)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Place the chopped roast pork, minced onion, chicken stock, parsley, grated nutmeg, powdered mace, salt, and pepper into a heavy-bottomed pot.
  2. 2
    Cover the pot and simmer gently over low heat for 10-15 minutes until the pork is heated through and the flavors have blended.
  3. 3
    Transfer the mixture to a food processor bowl.
  4. 4
    Pulse the mixture briefly to chop and combine the ingredients; do not puree into a smooth paste, as you want to retain some texture.
  5. 5
    Taste the mixture. If the pork was very lean, stir in the softened butter to add richness and moisture.
  6. 6
    Divide the rillette among 3-4 small serving crocks or ramekins.
  7. 7
    Pour a thin layer of melted butter over the top of the rillette in each crock to seal it.
  8. 8
    Refrigerate until the butter sets and the rillette is completely cool.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 321.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.8g28%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 104.1mg35%
Sodium 83.5mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 2.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 34.9g70%

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

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