Morteruelo

The Morteruelo, a traditional stew from Castilla La Mancha, combines pork liver, spices, and crushed bread ground in a mortar. A labor-intensive preparation with a rich array of flavors and textures that are worth savoring.

The Morteruelo is a traditional stew cooked with different types of meat.

Once cooked, they are mashed with broth and spices to create a creamy mixture.

It is served in a clay casserole, ready to delight all diners.

Morteruelo

Main Course
1 hour
8 Servings

Ingredients

300 grams of Game rabbit

200 grams of Chicken

1 Partridge

150 grams of Serrano ham

150 grams of Pork liver

150 grams of Pork belly

100 milliliters of Extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon of Sweet paprika

1 teaspoon of Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon of Ground clove

150 grams of Breadcrumbs

Black pepper

1 pinch of Salt

Preparation

Step 1 : In a large pot, place all the chopped meats.

Step 2 : Cover with cold water and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3 : Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 2 hours.

Step 4 : After that time, remove the meats and mash them with a cup of the cooking broth.

Step 5 : In a skillet, heat the oil and add the paprika, spices, breadcrumbs, and the broth.

Step 6 : Cook for a few more minutes and then add all the mashed meats.

Step 7 : Continue cooking for half an hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 8 : Finally, serve the preparation hot or cold in a clay casserole.

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