Cinghiale alla Griglia

Cinghiale alla Griglia is a flavorful grilled wild boar dish that captures the essence of traditional Italian cooking. Marinated in aromatic herbs and spices, this dish is perfect for a rustic yet refined supper experience.

Ingredients

• Wild boar loin - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Rosemary - 2 sprigs, chopped
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, fresh or dried
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Add the wild boar loin to the marinade, ensuring it is well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the wild boar from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
5. Grill the wild boar loin for about 6-8 minutes on each side, basting with reserved marinade, until it reaches an internal temperature of 60°C (140°F) for medium-rare.
6. While the boar is grilling, toss the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill them alongside the meat for about 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
7. Once the wild boar is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
8. Serve the sliced wild boar with the grilled vegetables on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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