Jul 14 2026
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Porchetta Recipe

Inspired by Taverna Newark
Time4h
Serves4

braised pork, provolone, sauteed spinach, rosemary-garlic aioli, sesame roll

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Ingredients

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Porchetta Ingredients

Method

Porchetta Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Porchetta

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly and season it generously with salt and black pepper. Rub the minced garlic and chopped rosemary into the meat.

  2. 2

    Roast the Pork

    Roll the pork belly tightly and tie it with kitchen twine. Place it in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C) and the skin is crispy.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Spinach

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the spinach and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Make the Rosemary-Garlic Aioli

    In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Slice the roasted porchetta and layer it on the sesame rolls. Add provolone cheese, sautéed spinach, and a generous dollop of the rosemary-garlic aioli.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the porchetta sandwiches immediately while warm.

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