Pork Steak with Wild Herbs
Pork shoulder is fatty yet tender. Cooking it on high heat helps to get rid of some of the fat and caramelizes the delightful spices.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 Tbsp Mediterranean herbs
- 1 tsp Pasilla de Oaxaca flakes (optional)
- 4 x 6 oz. cuts of pork shoulder
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped finely
- Juice of half a lemon or 2 tbsp. vinegar of your choice
Method
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1
In a mortar and pestle, blend the cumin, herbs, chilies, salt and pepper. Use this blend to season the pork.
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2
In a large, heavy pan, heat the oil on medium heat. Cook the pork for 3-4 minutes without turning over.
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3
Turn over the pork and continue cooking until pink meat juices appear on the surface of the pork (2-3 min.)
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4
Sprinkle the chopped garlic onto the slices of pork to lightly brown for aprox. 30 seconds. Add the lemon juice or vinegar. Shake the pan well and serve immediately.
