Rustic Wild Boar Leg (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Protein
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Wild boar leg - 2-3 kg
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Dijon mustard - 2 tablespoons
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Honey - 3 tablespoons
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Bay leaves - 2 pieces
→ Herbs and Seasonings
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Fresh rosemary - a few sprigs
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Fresh thyme - a few sprigs
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Head of garlic - 1 whole
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Butter - 20 g
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Olive oil - as needed
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Salt - to taste
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Pepper - to taste
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Cinnamon stick (optional) - a few shavings
# Instructions:
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On the previous day, insert garlic cloves into the wild boar leg. Stir together honey and mustard, then coat the meat with this mix.
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Sprinkle on some salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and the bay leaves. Wrap it up and refrigerate for a day or two to let it soak up the flavors.
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On the day you're cooking, get your oven heated to 130°C. Unwrap the meat, toss in whole garlic cloves, and cinnamon shavings if you’re using them.
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Scatter butter chunks over the meat, drizzle olive oil all around. Roast for 4 to 5 hours, and make sure to regularly ladle its juices over it while it's cooking.
# Notes:
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A classic game dish
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Perfect for holidays or celebrations
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Can last a few days in the fridge
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Reheat easily in the oven