Pork patties with spices

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsGround pork
¼cupGrated parm cheese
teaspoonRubbed sage
teaspoonAllspice
Pinch of cayenne
¼cupDry red wine
¼poundsCaul fat(optional)
2tablespoonsPeanut oil
Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Put the pork in a mixing bowl and add the cheese, sage, allspice and cayenne. Add the wine and blend well with hands. 2. Divide the mixture into 8 portions of equal size. Shape into balls and then flatten into patties. If the caul fat is used, cut the sheets into 8 6-in. squares and wrap each patty neatly in a square of fat. 3. Heat the oil in a skillet and add the patties. Cook over relatively high heat until browned on one side, about 2 min. Turn and cook until nicely browned on the other side. Reduce the heat and continue cooking about 12-15 min. 4. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

This dish: Crepinettes de porc