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Flip the meat over and rub the flesh side with garlic, rosemary, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper.","group":"Preparation","title":"Score the pork skin","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Roll the pork belly tightly and tie it securely with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals.","group":"Preparation","title":"Roll the pork belly tightly and tie it securely","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Place the pork on a wire rack over a roasting pan and roast for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).","group":"Cooking","title":"Preheat the oven","timerMinutes":180,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C) and roast for another 15-20 minutes until the skin is blistered and very crispy.","group":"Cooking","title":"Increase the oven temperature","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove from the oven and let rest for at least 30 minutes. Slice the porchetta into thin rounds.","group":"Assembling","title":"Remove from the oven and let rest","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Assembling"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Split the Ciabatta rolls and fill each with several slices of porchetta, making sure to include some of the crispy skin (crackling) in each sandwich.","group":"Assembling","title":"Split the Ciabatta rolls and fill each","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembling"}],"notes":"For the best result, let the roasted pork rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This keeps the meat juicy and makes it easier to cut thin slices.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["appetizer","main"],"cookingMethod":["roast"],"equipment":["Roasting pan","Wire rack","Kitchen twine","Meat thermometer"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"sandwich","note":"Based on 1.5kg of pork"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The porchetta can be roasted a day in advance and served cold or reheated gently."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover porchetta in an airtight container in the fridge.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat slices in a pan over medium heat to maintain the crispiness of the skin."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpanino_con_porchetta_7fe6e8fa26%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=6eedaea6-12dd-4883-bd97-cd7b5bf9b923","imageAlt":"Panino con Porchetta — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["sandwich","street food","pork","italian","crispy","slow roast"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Panino con Porchetta","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T08:13:10.667Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T08:13:10.667Z","related":[{"id":"aranciata_5fced7173d","slug":"aranciata","title":"Aranciata","description":"A classic, refreshing Italian sparkling orange drink made with fresh citrus juice and bubbly water for a perfect Mediterranean treat.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Faranciata_5fced7173d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0d7644b7-e740-4c80-847f-c9ce98958c2f","imageAlt":"Aranciata — recipe cover","tags":["orange","sparkling","refreshing","italian drink","citrus","homemade soda"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"pane_e_marmellata_43c0347c11","slug":"bread-and-jam-pane-e-marmellata","title":"Bread and Jam (Pane e Marmellata)","description":"A classic Italian breakfast staple consisting of toasted rustic bread spread with creamy butter and sweet fruit preserves.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":3,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpane_e_marmellata_43c0347c11%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=efcb1e5f-c2b8-42ca-b731-88339442711d","imageAlt":"Bread and Jam (Pane e Marmellata) — recipe cover","tags":["breakfast","italian","quick","easy","vegetarian","jam","toast"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":3},{"id":"insalata_caprese_b4edfb134d","slug":"caprese-salad","title":"Insalata Caprese","description":"A classic Italian salad celebrating simplicity with fresh mozzarella, sun-ripened tomatoes, and aromatic basil, finished with extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["salad","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_carb","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Finsalata_caprese_b4edfb134d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=6f19eab6-e00e-4db5-8f93-0ad07166b4c4","imageAlt":"Insalata Caprese — recipe cover","tags":["salad","fresh","italian","caprese","vegetarian","healthy","no-cook"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4}]}