Lomo De Cerdo a La Caucana Milk Pork
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of *Lomo de Cerdo a la Caucana Milk Pork*, a traditional Colombian dish that transforms pork loin into a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy. This recipe features tender, seared pork simmered to perfection in a velvety whole-milk sauce infused with aromatic garlic, onions, bay leaves, and a touch of ground cumin for a warm, earthy depth. The creamy sauce, thickened naturally as it cooks, beautifully complements the pork, while a final sprinkle of fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice adds a refreshing, zesty finish. Perfectly paired with rice, fried plantains, or mashed potatoes to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce, this one-pot comfort dish is both hearty and elegant. Whether for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner, this recipe stands out as a true showcase of Colombian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Pork loin
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 1 large White onion
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Begin by patting the pork loin dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the pork with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and the ground cumin.
In a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, finely chopped, and the garlic cloves, minced. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Pour in the whole milk and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to incorporate them into the sauce.
Add the seared pork back into the skillet with the milk mixture. Toss in the bay leaves and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pork simmer for 1 hour, turning the pork occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After 1 hour, check for tenderness. The pork should be very tender and almost fall apart. Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and stir the sauce gently. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk to adjust the consistency.
Before serving, sprinkle fresh parsley over the pork and drizzle with the lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Serve the Lomo De Cerdo a La Caucana with rice, fried plantains, or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 985 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1160 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
