German Spesi Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-3 pounds pork roast
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 cups beef or chicken broth

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together cumin, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork roast.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the pork roast and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total.
6. Pour the beef or chicken broth into the skillet, cover with a lid, and transfer to the preheated oven.
7. Cook for 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
8. Remove the pork from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

• The word “spesi” in German means “herbs”.
• The spices used in this recipe are often used in German dishes.
• The pork roast is traditionally served with mashed potatoes, boiled potatoes, or boiled carrots.