Low Sodium Rillettes de Porc

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this *Low Sodium Rillettes de Porc*, a healthier twist on the classic French spread that's perfect for charcuterie boards or a rustic appetizer. Made with tender pork shoulder, unsalted pork fat, and aromatic shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme, this dish slowly braises to perfection over several hours, delivering melt-in-your-mouth texture and deep, comforting flavors—all with minimal salt. The careful balance of fresh herbs and black pepper ensures a robust yet nuanced taste, while the low-sodium approach makes it a heart-friendly indulgence. Serve this delectable pâté-style spread chilled on slices of crusty bread or as part of an elegant picnic spread. Perfect for meal prepping or entertaining, this recipe proves that gourmet dining can be both flavorful and mindful of dietary needs.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:270 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 0.5 pound Unsalted pork fat
• 2 Shallots
• 2 Bay leaves
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 4 Fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat off the pork shoulder, then cut it into 2-inch cubes.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the shallots and garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine the pork cubes and pork fat. Add the chopped shallots, garlic, bay leaves, fresh thyme sprigs, and ground black pepper.

Step 4

Pour in 2 cups of water to help with the cooking process and keep the pork moist.

Step 5

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and place it over low heat.

Step 6

Slowly braise the pork for 4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is very tender and falling apart. Make sure the pot maintains a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs.

Step 8

Using two forks, shred the pork in the pot, mixing it with the liquid fat and the remaining ingredients to form a coarse paste.

Step 9

If necessary, cook for a few more minutes to evaporate any excess liquid, but be careful not to let it dry out.

Step 10

Transfer the rillette mixture to sterilized jars or ramekins, pressing it down to eliminate air pockets.

Step 11

Let them cool down to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld and the rillettes set.

Step 12

Serve spread on slices of crusty bread or baguette.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1718.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4059.8

Total Fat 333.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1015.9mg	0%
Sodium 668.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 217.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.8mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 3594.9mg	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: 75.9%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 2.2%