Pork Roast Braised with Milk and Fresh Herbs (Maiale al Latte )
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This classic Italian-style pork roast braised in milk, known traditionally as maiale al latte, is a wonderfully comforting dish. Cooked slowly with aromatic rosemary, sage and juniper berries, the pork shoulder becomes exceptionally tender while the milk transforms into a rich, nutty sauce. It is a sophisticated way to serve a Sunday roast, offering a unique depth of flavour that pairs beautifully with creamy polenta or buttery mashed potatoes.
Providing a substantial high-protein meal, this recipe is perfect for slow weekend cooking when you want the oven to do most of the work. The process of braising in milk ensures the meat remains moist and juicy, while the strained juices create a delicious gravy. It is an impressive yet simple homemade main course that celebrates traditional Mediterranean flavours with minimal fuss.
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Ingredients for Pork Roast Braised with Milk and Fresh Herbs (Maiale al Latte )
60ml extra-virgin olive oil
1 (4 1/2- to 5-pound) boneless pork shoulder roast (without skin), tied
3 juniper berries (see cooks' note, below), crushed
2 large rosemary sprigs
2 large sage sprigs
1 sprig fresh or 4 dried California bay leaves
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
120ml dry white wine
725ml whole milk
How to make Pork Roast Braised with Milk and Fresh Herbs (Maiale al Latte )
Preheat oven to 177°C with rack in middle.
Heat oil in a wide 5- to 6-quart ovenproof heavy pot over medium heat until it shimmers, then lightly brown roast on all sides with juniper berries and herbs, 8 to 10 minutes total. Add garlic and sprinkle roast with sea salt and 1/2 teaspoons pepper, then cook until garlic is golden, about 1 minute. Pour wine over roast and briskly simmer until reduced by half. Pour milk over roast and bring to a bare simmer.
Cover pot and braise in oven, turning roast occasionally, until tender (milk will form curds), 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
Transfer roast to a carving board and loosely cover. Strain juices through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl (discard solids), reserving pot, and skim off fat. Return juices to pot and boil until flavorful and reduced to about 300g . Season with sea salt and pepper. Slice roast and serve moistened with juices.
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16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente
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