German Pork Roast with Crackling
Bavarian style pork roast with a crispy crackling crust.
Bavarian Crispy Crackling Pork Roast
The Bavarian pork roast with crispy crackling crust is inseparably connected to joy of life and the comforts of the land, and definitely belongs among the favorite meals of the traditional Bavarian cuisine.
No other Bavarian specialty has reached a level of importance even close to that of the Bavarian pork roast. The preparation of a “Krustenbraten” doesn’t take much work but still tastes heavenly.
How is this dish called in German?
The German entree is called “Schweinekrustenbraten”.
How to pronounce “Schweinkrustenbraten”?
Listen to this audio file to hear how to say “Schweinekrustenbraten”.
Authentic German Pork Roast with Crackling Recipe
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Semolina pudding is a very popular dessert in Germany
Ingredients
- 3 1/3 cups milk
- ½ cup soft wheat semolina
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp. butter
Instructions
- Add milk and sugar to a sauce pan, mix well and bring to a light simmer.
- Gradually add the semolina while stirring.
- Bring to a light simmer, cover with a lid, and remove from heat.
- Allow to sit for about 5 min.
- In the meantime, separate the egg.
- Beat the egg white with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Add the egg yolk to the semolina pudding and mix well until fully incorporated.
- Stir in butter and vanilla extract.
- Fold in egg white.
Notes
You can serve this dessert either warm or chilled.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 539Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 241mgCarbohydrates: 84gFiber: 6gSugar: 9gProtein: 24g
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Serving Tips
Serve this cripsy pork roast with potato or bread dumplings and a side of white cabbage salad or sauerkraut.
