Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples

Name: Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 600g pork belly; Salt; Black pepper; Vegetable oil; 2 large onions; Butter; Salt; Tart apples; Butter; Brown sugar; Fresh thyme leaves; Lemon wedges

Traditional Danish Pork and Apple Dish

A classic Danish dish combining tender pork belly, sweet caramelized apples, and onions for an unforgettable flavor experience.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Pork Belly

600g pork belly

cut into thick slices

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Vegetable oil

1 tablespoon

For the Caramelized Onions

2 large onions

thinly sliced

Butter

1 tablespoon

Salt

a pinch

For the Apples

Tart apples

3, cored and sliced

Butter

1 tablespoon

Brown sugar

1 tablespoon

For the Finishing Touch

Fresh thyme leaves

1 tablespoon

Lemon wedges

for serving

Preparation

Marinating the Pork Belly

Season Pork

Season the pork belly slices with salt and pepper.

Rest

Let them rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Preparing the Onions

Melt Butter

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.

Cook Onions

Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.

Set Aside

Remove from heat and set aside.

Ensure the apples are sliced uniformly for even cooking.

Cooking Process

Baking the Pork

Place the pork belly slices on a baking tray and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and crispy.

Turn the pork halfway through baking for even crispiness.

Caramelizing Apples

In a skillet, melt butter, add apple slices and brown sugar, and cook until tender and caramelized, approximately 10 minutes.

Combining Ingredients

Mix caramelized onions and apples together and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Plating & Serving