Jul 14 2026
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Spiced Pork Confit Recipe

Inspired by Ticonderoga Club
Time8h
Serves4

Masa Porridge, Coriander Relish

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Ingredients

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Spiced Pork Confit

Masa Porridge

Coriander Relish

Method

Spiced Pork Confit

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.

  2. 2

    Season the Pork

    In a bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the pork pieces. Place the pork in a large bowl or zip-top bag, add garlic, thyme, and bay leaves, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or overnight.

  3. 3

    Cook the Pork

    Preheat your oven to 225°F (107°C). Place the marinated pork in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot. Cover the pork with lard or vegetable oil until fully submerged. Cover with a lid and cook in the oven for 6-8 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.

  4. 4

    Cool and Store

    Remove the pork from the oven and let it cool in the cooking fat. Store in the fat in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Masa Porridge

  1. 5

    Heat the Broth

    In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Make the Masa Mixture

    In a separate bowl, whisk the masa harina with a little of the warm chicken broth to create a smooth paste.

  3. 7

    Combine and Cook

    Gradually add the masa mixture back into the simmering broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Stir in salt and continue cooking for about 10-15 minutes until thickened.

  4. 8

    Finish with Butter

    Stir in the butter until melted and well incorporated. Remove from heat and set aside.

Coriander Relish

  1. 9

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse the fresh coriander leaves and roughly chop them. Peel the garlic clove.

  2. 10

    Blend the Relish

    In a food processor, combine the chopped coriander, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 11

    Serve

    Transfer the coriander relish to a serving dish and set aside.

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