Introducing 'Spezzatino', a comforting dish I learned during my apprenticeship at an Italian restaurant. Similar to Japanese Nikujaga, it's a familiar and approachable flavor, featuring pork shoulder and vegetables simmered in broth. With a zesty finish of lemon and Italian parsley, try this Italian-style Nikujaga at home!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients (4 servings)

  • Pork Shoulder 800g
  • Potatoes 3 pcs
  • Green Beans 200g
  • Carrots 1 large
  • Onions 2 pcs
  • Italian Parsley (to taste)

Seasonings

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil (to taste)
  • Broth 800ml
  • Lemon Zest (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)

Steps

  1. Cut 2 onions into wedges. Chop into quarters.
  2. Cut 1 large carrot into irregular chunks.
  3. Cut 3 potatoes into large irregular chunks (about 8 pieces per potato).
  4. Cut 800g pork shoulder into large, bite-sized pieces.
  5. Season the cut pork shoulder with salt (to taste) and lightly rub.
  6. Trim the ends of 200g green beans and cut them in half to a manageable length.
  7. Heat EV olive oil (to taste) in a large pot over medium heat.
  8. Add the pork shoulder to the pot and sear until browned on all sides.
  9. Once the pork is browned, add the chopped onions and carrots and sauté until softened.
  10. Add the potatoes and 800ml broth to the pot with the sautéed ingredients and bring to a boil.
  11. Once boiling, carefully skim off any scum, cover, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
  12. Approximately 15 minutes after starting to simmer, add the green beans, cover again, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  13. Turn off the heat after simmering for a total of approximately 25 minutes. Adjust seasoning after simmering, considering the pork's initial seasoning and the saltiness of the broth.
  14. Serve in bowls, sprinkle with freshly grated lemon zest (to taste), garnish with Italian parsley (to taste), and drizzle with a little EV olive oil to finish.

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