The Juiciest Crown of Pork - A Perfectly Cooked and Flavorful Dish

TLDRIn this video, Guga Foods prepares a crown of pork by removing the silver skin and Frenching the bones. The pork is seasoned with a variety of flavors and cooked to perfection. The result is an incredibly juicy and flavorful dish that does not require any sauce.

Key insights

🍖Removing the silver skin and Frenching the bones enhances the appearance of the crown of pork.

👨‍🍳Using a trussing needle makes it easier to attach the two racks of pork together to form a crown shape.

🧂Seasoning the pork with a variety of flavors, including garlic, rosemary, smoked paprika, and oils, adds depth of flavor.

🍴Basting the pork with a butter and rub mixture enhances the flavor and creates a delicious crust.

🔥Cooking the pork to an internal temperature of 145°F and allowing it to rest results in a juicy and perfectly cooked dish.

Q&A

Can I make a crown of pork with just one rack?

Yes, you can still make a crown of pork with one rack, but using two racks gives you a larger and more impressive crown shape.

Why is it important to remove the silver skin from the pork?

Removing the silver skin allows the flavors to penetrate the meat more evenly and results in a more tender and flavorful dish.

Do I need to add salt to the marinade?

No, you can salt the meat separately to ensure even seasoning. Adding salt to the marinade can potentially make the meat too salty.

How should I cook the crown of pork to ensure it is not dry?

Cook the crown of pork to an internal temperature of 145°F, followed by a 3-minute rest. This will result in a juicy and flavorful dish.

Can I cook the crown of pork without basting it?

While basting the pork enhances the flavor and crust, you can still achieve a delicious result without basting. Just make sure to cook it to the right temperature and rest it properly.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Guga Foods prepares a crown of pork by removing the silver skin and Frenching the bones.

02:21Using a trussing needle, the two racks of pork are attached together to form a crown shape.

03:41The pork is seasoned with garlic, rosemary, smoked paprika, and other flavors, but no salt is added to the marinade.

06:11A basting butter is made to enhance the flavor of the pork.

06:54The crown of pork is cooked at 375°F until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

08:16The pork is rested for 3 minutes before being sliced and served.

09:47The pork is incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is optional.

10:11Cooking pork to the right temperature and resting it properly ensures it is not dry.