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overhead view of campo grande iberico secreto steak.
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Cast Iron Iberico Secreto Recipe (Pork Secreto Recipe)

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Cook your secreto Iberico in just moments on a really hot skillet or griddle. The fat will form a savory, crispy crust that seasons every bite!
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:8 minutes
Resting Time:15 minutes
Total Time:43 minutes

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • meal thermometer
  • tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 1 whole Iberico secreto thawed and at room temperature
  • 1 tsp kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp roasted garlic powder
  • 1 lemon wedged (optional)

Instructions

  • Generously sprinkle sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder all over your secreto cut. Allow the mixture to sit on the meat for at least 20-30 minutes to soak in.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Let the pan get very hot and add a spoon of coconut oil. Sear one side of the steak for 3-4 minutes to get a good crust. You should hear a lot of sizzling.
  • Flip the steak over and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes or until the pork has an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
  • Remove from the griddle and let the meat rest on a cutting board for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut thin slices against the grain.
  • Serve with a wedge of lemon and fresh herbs.

Notes

What temperature should you cook pork secreto?

The secret cut should be cooked quickly over high temperature. Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check the temperature. It's best to cook Iberico secreto to between 150 and 170 degrees for maximum flavor and the best texture.
  • Since this cut of pork is so high in fat, you really want to cook it quickly at a high temperature.
  • To quick the pork even faster, you can always sear one side on the stovetop, then after you flip it, pop it in a 400-degree preheated oven. You'll get a great sear while the inside cooks as well.
  • Keep it simple. This is such an exquisite cut of Iberico meat. You can prepare it however you'd like, but I recommend minimally seasoning it to appreciate its exceptional taste.
  • If you'd prefer to grill your pork, season it following the instructions above but prepare it in a preheated 450 degree grill. It will likely cook faster since it is completely surrounded by heat, so give it about 4 minutes then check the temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 776mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: spanish
Keyword: iberico secret recipe, secret cut pork, secreto iberico
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 358kcal