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Neapolitan Pork Loin Slices

⏱ 45 min👤 4 pp★★☆☆☆

With the arrival of the first chills, Neapolitan cuisine is adorned with enveloping aromas and intense flavors, and the Neapolitan Pork Loin Slices reveal themselves as a perfect dish to warm up family evenings. This second course, which combines the sweetness of raisins and pine nuts with the robust flavor of pork loin, is a celebration of Campanian culinary tradition. The browning technique, which involves sautéing the onion in hot oil, allows the aromas to be released and blend with the meat, creating a rich and enveloping sauce. The slow cooking, without the addition of water, further enhances the flavor of the tomato sauce, making each bite a unique tasting experience. Perfect for a Sunday lunch or a dinner with friends, these slices pair beautifully with a side of mashed potatoes or a fresh salad, bringing a piece of Naples to the table that warms the soul.

Ingredients

Nutritional values 520 kcal / serving

Protein
28g
Carbohydrates
22g
Fat
38g
Fiber
2g

* approximate values per serving

Information
45 minutes Total time
Serves 4 persons
★★☆☆☆ Medium difficulty

Preparation

After pounding the slices, align them on the cutting board and place a bit of raisins, pine nuts, half a clove of garlic, salt, and pepper on each one. Roll up the slices and secure them with a toothpick, then place them to brown in a pan with oil, where finely chopped onion has already taken on color. After browning, add the tomato sauce and, without adding water, simmer with a lid.

Tips
If you want an even more intense flavor, let the rolled slices rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour before cooking. This will allow the flavors to blend better.
Trivia
The loin is a cut of pork particularly appreciated in Italian cuisine, especially in the South, where it is often used in traditional recipes like Neapolitan slices.