Ingredients
Quantities for 4 portions
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Method
- Cut the pork cubes into 2 cm pieces. Season with half the salt and the pepper. Heat 20 ml of olive oil in a wide frying pan and brown the pork over medium to high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, turning the pieces. Check for 63 °C in the centre and rest for 3 minutes.
- While the pork cooks, bring 4 litres of water to the boil with the remaining salt. Cook the spaghetti for the time on the packet, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 150 ml of cooking water and drain.
- Trim the turnip greens and cut away thick stalks. In the frying pan, heat the remaining 20 ml of olive oil with the sliced garlic for 1 minute. Add the greens and 100 ml of pasta water. Cover and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
- Add the pork and spaghetti to the greens. Toss for 1 minute, adding the remaining reserved water if needed. Sprinkle with the grated cheese and serve.
Shopping tip
Ready-trimmed turnip greens save time. When they are out of season, use spinach or finely sliced Portuguese cabbage.
Where it fits in your week
Suits a calmer day, or cooking ahead at the weekend.
At the portions as written, there is enough for a second meal.
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