Ingredients:
- 1.5 kg pork roast with skin (pork shoulder or belly)
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons flour (for the gravy)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pork:
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Ensure the pork skin is dry. Pat it down with paper towels.
- Score the skin with a sharp knife, making cuts about 1 cm apart. Be careful not to cut into the meat.
- Season the Pork:
- Rub the caraway seeds, salt, black pepper, and sweet paprika all over the pork, including the skin.
- Sear the Pork:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork on all sides until it’s golden brown.
- Saute Onion and Garlic:
- Remove the pork from the pan temporarily.
- In the same pan, add sliced onions and minced garlic. Saute until softened.
- Prepare the Roasting Pan:
- Place the seared pork in a roasting pan, skin side up.
- Pour the sautéed onion and garlic mixture around the pork.
- Add Liquid:
- Pour the beef or vegetable broth and white wine into the pan.
- Roast the Pork:
- Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven.
- Roast at 220°C (425°F) for the first 20 minutes to ensure the crackling forms.
- Reduce Temperature:
- After 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F).
- Continue roasting for about 1.5 to 2 hours, basting the pork with the pan juices every 30 minutes.
- Check Doneness:
- Check the internal temperature of the pork. It should reach at least 71°C (160°F) for medium doneness.
- Make Gravy:
- Remove the pork from the pan and let it rest.
- In a small bowl, mix flour with a bit of water to make a smooth paste.
- Whisk the flour paste into the pan juices to make a delicious gravy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Slice and Serve:
- Slice the pork and serve it with the crispy crackling on top.
- Drizzle some of the prepared gravy over the slices.
Enjoy your Schweinekrustenbraten! 🍽️🇩🇪