Beef belly roll baked in the oven
Description
The recipe for baking a pork belly roll in the oven is great because, thanks to long, slow cooking, the meat turns out tender and juicy, while the spices give it an amazing aroma and flavor. This roll can be served with a side dish or as an appetizer.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, wash the meat and dry it with a paper towel. Place it in a small bag or cover with plastic wrap and lightly pound it, being careful not to damage the belly area too much.
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Step 2
2. If the piece is thick, you can cut it lengthwise and unfold it to make it larger but thinner. By the way, the recipe for baking pork belly rolls in the oven definitely requires the skin, so do not remove it.
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Step 3
3. Now it's time to work with the spices. The first essential ingredients for such a roll are salt, ground pepper, whole peppercorns, and garlic. Spread them evenly over the surface. Crumble the bay leaf slightly and sprinkle it on.
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Step 4
4. Next, you can add absolutely any spices, dried herbs, and meat seasonings to taste. The more varied the spices, the more appetizing and aromatic the roll will be. If desired, you can also add a little mustard or horseradish.
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Step 5
5. Now you can roll up the roll and tie it tightly with string. Place it immediately into a baking bag or a bowl covered with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. During this time, the meat will absorb the spices, making the oven-baked pork belly roll even more delicious when cooked at home.
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Step 6
6. Then place the meat on a baking sheet or in a baking dish and put it in the preheated oven for 1.5–2 hours. After that, turn off the oven but leave the roll inside for another hour. Once cooled, refrigerate it overnight, then serve.