Make Your Holiday Feast Unforgettable with This Spectacular Christmas Dish! We offer you three irresistible glazes to choose from, each with its unique flavor. The choice might be tough, but whichever you pick, this Christmas dinner will be one to remember!

Glaze Options

Fig, Ginger, and Coffee Glaze: A blend of rich, earthy, and aromatic flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fig jam
• 2 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned
• 60 ml (¼ cup) strong espresso
• ½ tsp cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom
• ¼ cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar

Instructions:
Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. You can also add dried figs for extra texture and flavor.

Spiced Cabernet Glaze: Deep and warm, perfect for wine enthusiasts.

Ingredients:

• 2 x 100 g cabernet or plum paste
• 125 ml (½ cup) red wine
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp allspice and cinnamon, lightly crushed

Instructions:
Mix the ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until dissolved, then simmer for 1 minute until smooth and thickened.

Chili and Lime Glaze: A sweet, spicy, and tangy masterpiece.

Ingredients:

• 140 g light brown sugar
• 160 ml water
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
• 3 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped

Instructions:
Dissolve the sugar in water over low heat, then increase to medium-high. Cook (4–5 minutes) until caramelized. Carefully add fish sauce and lime juice. Allow to cool before using.

Preparing the Pork

Make the Glaze

Prepare your chosen glaze following the instructions above.

Prepare the Pork

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Score the pork fat or skin in straight lines about 2 cm apart, taking care not to cut too deeply. This allows the glaze to penetrate the meat, enhancing flavor and juiciness.

Roast the Pork

1. Place the pork on a rack in a large roasting pan. Add 1 cup of water to the pan and brush the pork with your glaze.
2. Roast for 1–1½ hours, basting with glaze every 20 minutes and rotating the pan if needed. The pork should become sticky with a golden, warm hue.
3. Let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Serve and Garnish

• Garnish the pork with sprigs of bay leaves and rosemary.
• For an elegant touch, serve with roasted figs (if you opted for the fig glaze).

With any of these delectable glazes, your Christmas pork will be a stunning success, impressing your guests and adding a festive flair to your table. Enjoy, courtesy of Balaskas Delicatessen & Yacht Provisioning!