Ingredients
1.6–1.8 kg boneless pork scotch roast with the rind removed
Simmer sauce quantity as needed to coat the pork evenly
3/4 cup of water
1 large red onion cut into thin wedges
1 cup of yellow split peas (which can be substituted with red lentils)
2 cups of chicken or vegetable stock
150 g cherry tomatoes
2 lbs pork shoulder provides tender, flavorful meat
1 cup plain yogurt adds creaminess and tenderizes the pork
2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil essential for sauteing spices
3 cloves garlic minced imparts aromatic depth
1-inch piece ginger grated adds warmth and complexity
2 teaspoons ground coriander key spice for authentic curry flavor
1 teaspoon turmeric powder provides color and mild earthiness
1 teaspoon garam masala blend of spices for signature taste
1 cup onions finely chopped forms the base for the sauce
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes enhances acidity and balances richness
Salt to taste brings out all flavors
Steamed broccolini quantity as desired for serving
Greek-style yoghurt quantity as desired
Coriander sprigs quantity as desired
Warm roti quantity as desired
Instructions
1- Prepare all ingredients by finely chopping onions, mincing garlic, and grating ginger. Cut pork shoulder into 2-inch chunks and remove rind from the 1.6-1.8 kg boneless pork scotch roast.
2- Heat ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat; saute onions until golden to build a flavorful base, including the large red onion wedges.
3- Add garlic, ginger, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then mix in the simmer sauce.
4- Stir in yogurt, chopped tomatoes, and water; transfer the mixture and pork into a roasting pan or slow cooker.
5- Season with salt, set to roast at 160ยฐC for 2.5 hours, then add split peas, stock, and onion; cover and continue cooking.
6- After 1.5 hours, stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for another 30-40 minutes until tender.
7- Adjust seasoning, serve hot with steamed broccolini, Greek-style yoghurt, coriander sprigs, and warm roti.
Last Step:
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๐ฒ Use red lentils instead of split peas for a quicker-cooking alternative.
๐ฟ Garnish with fresh coriander and yoghurt to balance flavors.
โฐ Cover tightly during roasting to retain moisture for tender pork and hearty curry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, slow cooking
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
