Fennel-rubbed pork rack, celeriac and almond gratin

serves
6
Fennel-rubbed pork rack, celeriac and almond gratin
With its shattering fennel-rubbed crackle and creamy braised celeriac base, this roast pork will soon be on high rotation at your place. Begin this recipe at least 3 hours ahead.

Ingredients (12)

  • 2kg pork rack
  • 1/3 cup (27g) salt flakes
  • 2 tsp fennel seeds, toasted
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds, toasted
  • 1/2 tsp celery seeds
  • 2 (750g total) celeriac, peeled, cut into 3mm slices
  • 2 (400g total) potatoes, sliced cut into 3mm slices
  • 2 white onions, thinly sliced into rounds
  • 1 bunch sage, leaves picked
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 2 cups
  • 2 cups (500ml) almond milk
  • 1/2 cup (125ml) pure (thin) cream

Don't forget you can add these ingredients to your Woolworths shopping list.

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Method

  • 1.
    Using a small sharp knife, score pork skin at 1-2cm intervals. Rub cuts with 2 tbs salt flakes and chill for 2-3 hours to draw moisture out of the skin.
  • 2.
    Meanwhile, place fennel seeds, caraway seeds and celery seeds in a mortar and pestle and pound to a fine powder. Add remaining 2 tbs salt flakes and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • 3.
    Remove pork from fridge and brush off salt. Pat dry with paper towel, drizzle with 1 tbs oil and sprinkle with fennel salt mix, rubbing it into the skin. Set aside for 30 minutes to come to room temperature.
  • 4.
    Meanwhile, preheat oven to 220°C.
  • 5.
    Place celeriac, potato, onion, sage and remaining 2 tbs oil in a bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper. Layer over the base of a 40cm x 30cm baking dish and pour over the almond milk. Place pork on top of the celeriac and roast for 30 minutes.
  • 6.
    Reduce heat to 200°C and roast for a further 40-45 minutes until the skin has crackled, and vegetables are tender.
  • 7.
    Rest pork for 10 minutes, then carve the roast and serve with roast vegetables alongside.
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