{"id":43077,"date":"2024-08-01T14:48:41","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T12:48:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnuus\/unlikely-avo-pork-pairing-makes-for-a-meal-that-packs-a-healthy-tasty-wallop-20240801\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T13:59:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T11:59:58","slug":"unlikely-avo-pork-pairing-makes-for-a-meal-that-packs-a-healthy-tasty-wallop-20240801","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/unlikely-avo-pork-pairing-makes-for-a-meal-that-packs-a-healthy-tasty-wallop-20240801\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlikely avo-pork pairing makes for a meal that packs a healthy, tasty wallop"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It might come as a surprise, but avocados are the ideal pairing for pork. Not only do the flavours of each complement the other, both share similar attributes including nutritional density, versatility, and health benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avos are high in energy, heart-healthy fats, vitamin K, and biotin. They are cholesterol and sodium free, and are a source of fibre. Avos can also form part of a successful energy-controlled diet for weight management. The healthy monounsaturated fats found in avocados give a feeling of fullness, which reduces the temptation to overeat or binge on less healthy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, when consumed in moderation \u2013 no more than 80 g to 90 g per day \u2013 lean pork can make a good addition to a healthy and balanced diet. Such a moderate intake of lean, fresh pork meat as part of a varied diet does not increase the risk of heart disease and can make a good addition to a healthy diet for people living with diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pork is also a rich source of many vitamins and minerals including thiamine, which is critical in energy metabolism, and selenium, which assists with immune system support. Lean pork is a healthy protein source to incorporate into a weight loss diet, and protein may be helpful for those working to reduce their weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a delicious recipe while the avocado\u2019s are now in season and available all aound:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crispy Roast Pork Belly with Avocado<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serves 8<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparation time<\/strong>: 30 minutes and refrigeration<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooking time: 2 hours <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the pork belly<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 2 kg (3 cm to 4 cm thickness) boneless pork belly with the skin;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 2 heads garlic, broken into cloves and peeled;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 30 ml (2 tbsp) avocado or olive oil; <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 60 ml (\u00bc cup) sea salt flakes; <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 30 ml (2 tbsp) cumin seeds; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 2 handfuls of sage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the avo mustard sauce:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 \u00bd x 385 g tin condensed milk;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 15 ml (1 tbsp) whole grain mustard;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 30 ml (2 tbsp) milk;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 \u00bd avocado, mashed; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the spiced avo slices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 15 ml (1 tbsp) smoked or plain paprika;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 30 ml (2 tbsp) Cajun spice;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 15 ml (1 tbsp) dried chilli flakes; and <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 2 avocados, halved, stoned and peeled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Method<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the pork belly, score the pork skin 1 cm apart with a sharp knife or minora blade. Leave the pork uncovered in the fridge for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to dry out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preheat oven to 180 \u00b0C. Scatter the garlic over the base of a baking dish. Rub the oil all over the pork, followed by half of the sea salt flakes. Place the pork skin-side down on top of the garlic and sprinkle with cumin. Roast for 1 hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increase oven to 230 \u00b0C. Turn the pork over and sprinkle with remaining salt. Tuck the sage in underneath the pork and roast for about 1 hour or until the skin is golden and crunchy (cover pieces that browns too much with foil).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the sauce, blitz together all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the spiced avo slices, combine the paprika, cajun, and chilli flakes. Press the avo halves, cut-side down into the spice mix. Thickly slice. Serve with the pork and sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For further information and avo recipes<\/a>, visit avocado.co.za<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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