Pork roll in onion skins
8 servings
70 minutes
Pork roll in onion peel is an ancient dish of Russian cuisine, infused with the aromas of spices and a light hint of onion smoke. This recipe, rooted in peasant feast traditions, uses a simple yet effective method to impart rich flavor to the meat. Onion peel not only gives the dish a golden hue but also fills it with subtle caramel notes. After being marinated in spicy brine for a long time, the pork becomes incredibly juicy, while spices like bay leaf, rosemary, and cinnamon add depth of flavor. Sliced thinly, the roll pairs perfectly with homemade sauces, fresh vegetables, and crispy bread. This dish is suitable for both festive tables and cozy family dinners.
1
Salt and pepper the meat, rub with garlic. Roll it into a roulade and tie with nylon thread.
- Pork belly: 1.5 kg
- Garlic: to taste
- Salt: 6 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Pour water into the pot, add salt, pepper, spices, and onion skins.
- Water: 2 l
- Salt: 6 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Bay leaf: 5 piece
- Onion peel: to taste
- Carnation: to taste
- Rosemary: to taste
- Cinnamon: to taste
3
Place the meat in a pot with water and spices and boil for 1 hour. Let it soak in the brine for one day.
- Pork belly: 1.5 kg