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Crispy Crackling Roast Pork with Apple Butter, Mustard Mash, Braised Red Cabbage & Roasted Fennel
A winter‑time classic: juicy pork loin with ultra‑crisp crackling, sweet apple butter, creamy mustard mashed potatoes, tangy braised red cabbage and caramelised roasted fennel. Perfect for a festive family dinner.
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Critical Success Points
- • Scoring the pork skin deeply without cutting into the meat
- • Ensuring the skin is completely dry before the high‑heat start
- • Initial 30‑minute blast at 230 °C for crackling formation
- • Monitoring the grill step closely to avoid burnt skin
Safety Warnings
- • Use oven mitts when handling hot trays and racks.
- • The grill step can cause flare‑ups; never leave the oven unattended.
- • Sharp knives are required for scoring and carving; cut away from your body.
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