Irish Pork Ciste Pork Apple Casserole Pie

Comfort food reaches new heights with this hearty Irish Pork Ciste, a pork and apple casserole pie that combines tender, oven-braised pork shoulder with caramelized vegetables, sweet apples, and fragrant herbs. Encased in a golden puff pastry, this Irish-inspired dish is a beautiful marriage of savory and sweet flavors. Infused with a white wine and stock base and finished with delicate peas, every bite bursts with rich, rustic warmth. Perfectly suited for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this comforting casserole pie is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Ready in under two hours, this dish not only satisfies but brings a taste of Ireland to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 apples, peeled and sliced
• 500 ml chicken or pork stock
• 100 ml white wine
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 100 g frozen peas
• 1 puff pastry sheet
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Cut the pork shoulder into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and black pepper. Dredge the pieces in flour to lightly coat them.

Step 3

In a large ovenproof casserole dish or skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the same pan. Sauté for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 5

Add the garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine to deglaze, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and let it simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Return the pork to the dish, followed by the chicken or pork stock, rosemary, thyme, and sliced apples. Stir well, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas, then remove the dish from heat.

Step 9

Roll out the puff pastry sheet to fit the top of the casserole dish. Carefully lay the pastry over the filling, pressing the edges to seal. Trim any excess pastry.

Step 10

Brush the beaten egg over the pastry to give it a glossy finish.

Step 11

Cut a small slit or a few air vents in the center of the pastry to allow steam to escape.

Step 12

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crisp.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Irish-inspired dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2149.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2388.8

Total Fat 134.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 724.9mg	0%
Sodium 5395.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 48.2g
Protein 144.0g	0%

Vitamin D 46.7IU	0%
Calcium 435.1mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 4062.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 22.0%