Heart-Healthy Rillettes de Porc

Discover a lighter twist on a French classic with this **Heart-Healthy Rillettes de Porc**—a flavorful spread that doesn’t compromise on nutrition or indulgence. Made with lean pork shoulder and simmered to tender perfection in a fragrant blend of white wine, low-sodium chicken broth, garlic, and fresh herbs, this recipe reimagines traditional rillettes with a wholesome twist. Olive oil replaces heavier fats, while a finishing touch of whole grain mustard, lemon zest, and parsley adds brightness and depth. Perfectly paired with slices of whole wheat baguette, this easy-to-make appetizer is low in unhealthy fats and bursting with flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep and natural, heart-healthy ingredients, it's an elegant yet guilt-free addition to your entertaining menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 200 milliliters White wine
• 300 milliliters Low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Whole grain mustard
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
• 1 baguette Whole wheat baguette, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into 3cm cubes.

Step 2

In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the pork cubes to the pot in batches, browning them on all sides. This should take about 10 minutes per batch. Remove pork and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Return the browned pork to the pot. Add the white wine, allowing it to deglaze the pot by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the pork is mostly submerged. Add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 1.5 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easy to shred.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves.

Step 9

Using two forks, shred the pork directly in the pot, mixing it with the remaining cooking liquid to keep it moist.

Step 10

Stir in the whole grain mustard, lemon zest, and parsley. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Transfer the rillettes to a serving bowl, allowing it to cool to room temperature.

Step 12

Serve with slices of whole wheat baguette for a heart-healthy appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1333.9 grams (1333.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2079

Total Fat 87.90g	113%
Saturated Fat 23.10g	116%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 350mg	117%
Sodium 663966mg	28868%
Total Carbohydrate 133.50g	49%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 138.20g	276%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212mg	16%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2281mg	49%

*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: 42.1%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 28.4%