Pork Blade Steaks with Nduja and Honey and Arugula Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Pork Blade Steaks with Nduja and Honey and Arugula Salad
150 min.
4
221kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the rich and bold flavors of our Pork Blade Steaks with Nduja and Honey, perfectly complemented by a vibrant arugula salad. This gluten-free dish melds the savory, slightly spicy notes of Nduja—a spreadable Italian salami—with juicy, succulent pork steaks that are brined for enhanced tenderness. Each bite reveals a delightful contrast: the sweetness of honey elevates the taste of the pork, while the spicy undertones of Nduja add a spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds.

The dish isn’t just about the hearty pork; it’s balanced beautifully with a fresh arugula salad that brings a peppery crunch to the table. Tossed with Pecorino Romano cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, this salad refreshes the palate and rounds out the meal nicely. It's the perfect starter for an elegant dinner or a delightful choice for a casual gathering with friends.

Completing the dining experience, we recommend pairing this dish with a robust red wine, such as the Quinta da Garrida 2007 Vinho Tinto from Portugal. This culinary adventure takes only 150 minutes to prepare and serves four, making it a fantastic option for sharing a memorable meal. Whether for a festive occasion or a special weeknight dinner, impress your guests with this knockout dish that truly celebrates the art of cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby arugula 
  • tablespoons kosher salt (for sprinkling)
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 0.5 cup pecorino cheese grated
  • 4.5 inch pork steaks (each 10 inches long and)
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine 3 cups water, 6 tablespoons coarsesalt, and sugar in 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass bakingdish. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve.
  2. Placepork steaks in brine in baking dish. Coverand chill at least 2 hours and up to 4 hours.
  3. Remove pork steaks from brine; pat dry.
  4. Brush both sides of steaks with 1 tablespoonoil; sprinkle with coarse salt and pepper.
  5. Heat griddle over medium-high heat untilalmost smoking.
  6. Place steaks on griddle andcook 3 minutes. Turn steaks over on griddle;immediately top each steak with ndujaslices, dividing equally. Cook until pork iscooked through, about 3 minutes longer(nduja will soften).
  7. Transfer steaks to platter, nduja sidedown. Spoon 1/2 tablespoon honey over each.
  8. Toss arugula, cheese, lemon juice, and2 tablespoons oil in bowl. Season salad withcoarse salt and pepper; serve with steaks.
  9. A robust red wine wouldbe terrific with the pork. The Quinta daGarrida 2007 Vinho Tinto (Portugal, $11)is a good choice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein9.55%
Fat56.19%
Carbs34.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.34
Glycemic Load
11.15
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.7313043345576%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.52mg
Kaempferol
12.36mg
Quercetin
2.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.22kcal
11.06%
Fat:14.3g
22%
Saturated Fat:3.68g
22.98%
Carbohydrates:19.62g
6.54%
Net Carbohydrates:19.02g
6.92%
Sugar:18.51g
20.57%
Cholesterol:14.71mg
4.9%
Sodium:10635.71mg
462.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.47g
10.94%
Vitamin K:45.22µg
43.07%
Calcium:202.95mg
20.3%
Vitamin A:893.02IU
17.86%
Phosphorus:119.92mg
11.99%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.37%
Folate:36.21µg
9.05%
Vitamin C:6.82mg
8.27%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.64%
Magnesium:24.89mg
6.22%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.53%
Iron:0.85mg
4.71%
Potassium:162.97mg
4.66%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.37%
Selenium:2.89µg
4.13%
Copper:0.08mg
3.75%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.78%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.77%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.65%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.47%
Fiber:0.6g
2.4%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Source:Epicurious