Accordion-baked pork with potato mushrooms
4 servings
60 minutes
Pork baked in a harmonica shape with potato mushrooms is a true gastronomic delight, combining the heartiness of meat, the creamy tenderness of cheese, and the spiciness of garlic. This recipe traces back to traditional European baking methods where meat is filled with aromatic ingredients to create a rich flavor. During baking, the pork absorbs spicy juices while the potato mushrooms develop an appetizing crispy crust and herbal aroma. The dish is perfect for a festive table or a cozy family dinner, offering warmth and richness of flavors. The presentation in a neat harmonica shape makes it visually appealing, while the potato mushrooms add originality and completeness to the composition. The combination of textures and aromas makes this dish unforgettable.
1
Cut the cheese into slices 3-4 mm thick. Slice the tomatoes into rounds. Slice the garlic. Make cuts in the pork (not going all the way through) with about 1 cm spacing. Season the pork with salt and pepper (including in the cuts). Place a slice of cheese, a slice of tomato, and garlic in the cuts.
- Cheese: 200 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Pork loin: 500 g
- Ground black pepper: 30 g
- Salt: 20 g
2
Wrap the pork in foil, place it on a baking tray, and put it in the oven. Bake at 180 degrees for one hour.
3
For potato mushrooms, it's better to take small potatoes, wash them thoroughly, and dry them. Make a deep circular cut around the middle of the potato. One part with the skin will be the cap, and the other part should be shaped into a stem with a knife, cutting off the excess.
4
Then brush the mushrooms with vegetable oil and salt. For effect, you can roll the mushroom stems in some dry herbs (khmeli-suneli, Italian herbs) and bake them in the oven. Alternatively, you can cut the lower part of the stem so that the mushroom can stand upright.