ReceptnaptárGypsy-Style Roast Tenderloin
Cigánypecsenye ("Gypsy roast") is one of the finest roast meat classics of Hungarian cuisine: thick-cut, garlicky, spiced pork loin or neck with a crisp seared crust. The home version of the dish traditionally cooked over an open fire can be made in a pan or an oven grill. With garlic, onion and pickles it is a genuine village experience.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Pound the meat slices lightly with a meat mallet (to about 1.5 cm). Crush the garlic and mix with the oil, salt, pepper, paprika, marjoram and mustard.
- Rub the meat with the marinade, cover, and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, better overnight.
- Take it out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Heat a cast-iron grill pan or skillet very hot and fry the meat in a little fat for 4-5 minutes per side until a nice reddish-brown crust forms.
- Reduce the heat and cook another 5-6 minutes until done through (core temperature 68-70 °C). Pork must not be left raw.
- Loosely cover with foil and rest for 5 minutes so the juices redistribute.
- Serve with roast potatoes, red onion, pickles and fresh bread. It can also be spread on bread with fat.
Based on: Malatinszky Fanny szakácskönyve (a classic Hungarian cookbook), modernised. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Marinate for at least 1 hour, better overnight.
- Cook in a very hot pan for the crust.
- Pork needs a core temperature of 68-70 °C to be done.
- Rest before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
In the oven?
Yes, grill setting at 200 °C for 8-10 minutes per side.
From tenderloin?
Yes, but cook shorter (medium 55-60 °C).
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