Best 4 Pork Conserva With Green Tomato Agrodolce Recipes

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Pork conserva with green tomato agrodolce is a traditional Italian dish that combines the sweet and sour flavors of green tomatoes, sugar, and vinegar with the savory richness of pork. It is often served as an appetizer or snack, and it is also a popular ingredient in sandwiches and salads. The dish is not difficult to make, but it does require some time to prepare. However, the results are well worth the effort, as the pork conserva with green tomato agrodolce is a delicious and unique dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOP AGRODOLCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons honey, such as acacia
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 center-cut pork loin chops, bone in (about 12 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic and thyme in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Add the honey and simmer until the mixture has thickened slightly, another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the butter and set aside.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Season the pork chops evenly on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with the olive oil and place on the hot grill pan. Grill the first side until nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Flip the chops and grill for an additional 5 minutes on the second side. Baste the chops with some of the sauce and then continue basting and flipping until the chops are caramelized and slightly charred and the meat registers 150 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Remove the chops to a platter and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Serve drizzled with the remaining sauce.

PORK CONSERVA WITH GREEN TOMATO AGRODOLCE



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Categories     Pork     Tomato     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Low Cal     Summer     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 24 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 14

Pork conserva:
10 ounces 1-inch cubes pork shoulder (Boston butt)
2 ounces finely chopped salt pork (fatty parts only; about 1/4 cup)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
Green tomato agrodolce:
2 teaspoons vegetable oil plus additional (for brushing)
1/2 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups chopped green tomatoes
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
24 flatbread crackers
Chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • For pork conserva:
  • Mix first 3 ingredients in 9 x 5 x 3-inch glass loaf pan. Cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Uncover pork mixture; mix in wine. Cover tightly with foil. Place in oven; cook until pork is very tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Cool to lukewarm. Uncover and mash with potato masher until finely shredded. Cover; refrigerate until cold. DO AHEAD : Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  • For green tomato agrodolce:
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook until translucent, stirring often, about 6 minutes. Add sugar; cook until juices are thick, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, vinegar, and mustard. Sprinkle with salt, increase heat to high, and bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cook until tomatoes are tender but not falling apart, stirring often, about 7 minutes. Strain tomatoes in sieve set over medium bowl. Return juices to saucepan and boil until reduced to scant 1/2 cup, about 4 minutes. Mix tomato mixture and reduced juices in same medium bowl. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 days ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoonful pork conserva on each cracker. Spoon rounded teaspoonful agrodolce on top. Sprinkle with basil.

PORK AGRODOLCE WITH FENNEL AND WHITE BEANS



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Grilled bone-in-pork chops brushed with agrodolce, an easy Italian sweet-and-sour sauce made with vinegar and honey, are served alongside cannellini beans in this summery weeknight dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 shallot, halved and thinly sliced (1/3 cup)
4 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon honey
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
1 fennel bulb (8 ounces), halved and sliced 1/4 inch thick, plus fronds for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 bone-in pork chops (each 1 inch thick), patted dry
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
Tomato slices, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high. Combine shallot and vinegar in a medium bowl. Stir together 2 tablespoons honey and 2 tablespoons oil. Toss fennel slices with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Season pork with salt and pepper; brush grill grates with oil. Grill pork, flipping once and brushing both sides with honey mixture, until a thermometer inserted in thickest parts near (but not touching) bones registers 145 degrees, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Transfer to a plate; tent with foil. Grill fennel slices, flipping once, until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Stir beans and remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 1 teaspoon honey into shallot mixture; season with salt and pepper. To serve, divide bean mixture, grilled fennel, and tomatoes among plates; top with pork. Sprinkle with fennel fronds.

PORK AGRODOLCE



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Agrodolce, a generic Italian term for any type of sweet and sour condiment, really shines when used for braising chunks of succulent pork shoulder. This soul-warming comfort food is amazing served on rice, pasta, polenta, or, as seen here, a big pile of ricotta mashed potatoes. I'm not sure if Italians barbecue like we do here in the States, but the sauce very much reminded me of something we'd brush on a rack of ribs while sipping a cold beer.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
⅓ cup aged balsamic vinegar
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 anchovy fillet, or more to taste, mashed
¼ cup finely chopped green onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon kosher salt, or more to taste
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 ½ pounds boneless pork shoulder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Brush a baking dish with olive oil.
  • Whisk tomato paste, vinegar, honey, mashed anchovy, green onions, garlic, rosemary, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper together in a large bowl to make the agrodolce.
  • Cut pork shoulder into roughly 3-inch pieces. Add to the bowl of agrodolce and mix by hand until coated. Transfer pork and sauce to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, flipping pieces over halfway through, until pork is very tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Add a splash of water if pork appears too dry. Skim off fat as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 52.3 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 555.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Tips:

  • To make the conserva, use a pork shoulder or butt that is well-marbled. This will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful during the cooking process.
  • Be sure to trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder before cooking. This will help to prevent the meat from becoming greasy.
  • When cooking the pork shoulder, use a low and slow cooking method. This will help to tenderize the meat and allow the flavors to develop.
  • To make the agrodolce, use a variety of green tomatoes. This will give the sauce a complex and flavorful taste.
  • When making the agrodolce, be sure to use a good quality balsamic vinegar. This will help to give the sauce a rich and complex flavor.

Conclusion:

Pork conserva with green tomato agrodolce is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The pork is tender and juicy, and the agrodolce is sweet and tangy. This dish is sure to impress your guests.

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