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Pesto Porchetta

Rotisserie Recipe

Pesto Porchetta

Elevate your next feast with this incredibly easy and delicious Pesto Porchetta! We take a full slab of pork belly, score the meat, and generously massage pesto into every crevice before rolling and tying it securely.

Cook 6H min
Serves 8 - 10
Level Easy
  • Equipment

    • Roto-Q 360 with 3 prong attachment
    • 1 aluminum tray
    • Smoker, gas grill, or oven
  • Ingredients

    • Pork Belly (full slab)
    • Kosher Salt (¼ cup)
    • Pork Rub (as needed)
    • Sunflower Seed Oil (1 cup)
    • Butcher String (6-8 strings)

Method

8 STEPS
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Step 1 — Prepare with Kosher Salt: Dry out the skin 24-48 hours in ad
Step 1

Prepare with Kosher Salt: Dry out the skin 24-48 hours in advance — poke the skin excessively, layer with kosher salt, and refrigerate uncovered. Remove excess salt before cooking.

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Step 2 — Score the Meat: Cross score the meat side of your pork belly
Step 2

Score the Meat: Cross score the meat side of your pork belly slab vertically and horizontally.

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Step 3 — Apply the Pesto: Rub pesto all over the scored meat so it se
Step 3

Apply the Pesto: Rub pesto all over the scored meat so it seeps into all areas.

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Step 4 — Roll and Tie: Roll your pork belly and secure with butcher's
Step 4

Roll and Tie: Roll your pork belly and secure with butcher's string.

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Step 5 — Install and Cook: Skewer through the porchetta using the Rot
Step 5

Install and Cook: Skewer through the porchetta using the Roto-Q 360 3-prong attachment and place directly on your grill. Cook and smoke for 4-6 hours or until 180°F internal, rewinding the rotisserie every 45 min to an hour.

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Step 6 — Add Oil for Crust: Heat a high-temperature oil like sunflowe
Step 6

Add Oil for Crust: Heat a high-temperature oil like sunflower seed oil and pour it over the top for extra crispy skin.

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Step 7 — Slice for Serving: Slice the porchetta.
Step 7

Slice for Serving: Slice the porchetta.

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Step 8 — Enjoy!
Step 8

Enjoy!

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