Chunky Pork And Fennel Pie

Fennel is a popular ingredient in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, known for its distinct anise-like flavor.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chunky Pork And Fennel Pie

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: British, European Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 120 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Pork Shoulder
• 2 piece Fennel Bulb
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 piece Garlic Cloves
• 2 piece Carrot
• 4 sprig Fresh Thyme
• 50 gram Plain Flour
• 50 gram Butter
• 300 ml Milk
• 200 ml Chicken Stock
• 1 sheet Puff Pastry
• 1 piece Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork shoulder and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the fennel, onion, garlic, and carrot until softened.
4. Return the pork shoulder to the skillet and add the thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
5. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken stock until smooth. Cook until thickened.
6. Pour the sauce over the pork and vegetables. Stir well.
7. Transfer the mixture to a pie dish and cover with puff pastry.
8. Beat the egg and brush it over the pastry.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
10. Allow the pie to rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 25g50%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.