Pork Knots with Olives

The pork knots with olives are a hearty and tasty dish, perfect for a flavorful dinner. Here is the recipe to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 4 pork knots
• 200 g of pitted green olives
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Flour, as needed
• Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 glass of white wine
• Salt and pepper, as needed
• Vegetable or meat broth, as needed
• (Optional) Fresh or dried rosemary, as needed

Preparation

1. Start by salting and peppering the pork knots. Then dip them in the flour, making sure to coat them evenly and shake off the excess.
2. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and add the garlic cloves to flavor the oil.
3. Put the knots in the pan and brown them on both sides until well golden.
4. Deglaze with white wine, letting it evaporate on high heat.
5. Add the green olives and, if you like, some rosemary to flavor.
6. Lower the heat and add a bit of broth, just enough to keep the knots from drying out during the cooking.
7. Cover with a lid and cook for about 30 minutes, checking occasionally and adding broth if necessary.
8. Check the doneness of the pork with a fork; the knots will be ready when they are tender.
9. Adjust salt and pepper if necessary and, if you want a thicker sauce, you can remove the knots and reduce the cooking sauce before serving.

Curiosity

Pork knots with olives are an excellent example of how Italian cuisine knows to pair meat with the Mediterranean flavors of olives, creating a contrast of flavors that enhances the taste of the meat. The green olives are chosen for their freshness and slight bitter note, which balances perfectly with the rich flavor of the pork.

Enjoy your meal!