Ingredients
For 8 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Pork loin with rind (flæskesteg)2 kg
- Coarse salt2 tbsp
- Bay leaves4
- Whole cloves6
- Water500 ml
- Butter30 g
- Plain flour2 tbsp
- Stock or pan juices500 ml
- Cream100 ml
- Gravy browning (kulør)1 tsp
- Redcurrant jelly1 tbsp
- Red cabbage1
- Butter30 g
- Sugar60 g
- Vinegar80 ml
- Blackcurrant or redcurrant juice150 ml
- Cinnamon stick and cloves1
- Salt1 tsp
Method
- ScoreScore the rind down to the fat; rub salt deep into the cuts; tuck in bay and cloves.
- RoastRoast rind-up at 200C with water in the tray 1 1/2 hours.
- CrackleGrill at 250C until the rind crackles.
- Brun sovsMake a roux; whisk in stock and pan juices; add cream, browning and redcurrant jelly.
- RødkålShred cabbage; braise with butter, sugar, vinegar, juice and spices 1 1/2 hours until glossy.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 749 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 45.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 18.1 g |
| Fat | 55.9 g |
| Fibre | 3.4 g |
| Sugar | 12.5 g |
| Sodium | 2438 mg |
| Saturated fat | 23.0 g |
| Serving size | about 480 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk, Wheat / gluten.
Quick answers
How long does Flæskesteg take to make?
About 3 h 45 min in total: 25 min of preparation and 3 h 20 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Flæskesteg?
About 749 kcal per serving, with 45 g of protein. The recipe makes 8 servings of about 480 g each.
Which allergens does Flæskesteg contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk, Wheat / gluten. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Flæskesteg from?
Flæskesteg is a main course from Denmark. Danish roast pork with crackling.