French-Canadian Gorton Pork Spread

Old recipe from French-Canadian Memere (Grandma). Delicious and spicy pork spread for sandwiches. Pronounced 'gah-ton'. Enjoy on a sandwich with mustard or eat alone.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 59 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 pound lean pork butt, cut into pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the pork, onion, cinnamon, and clove into a saucepan. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour in water to just cover the meat. Bring to a boil over high hea.

Step 2

Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the water has nearly evaporated, about 1 hour. Stir occasionally to ensure the pork cooks evenly.

Step 3

Use a potato masher or wire whisk to break the pork into thin strands. Pour off any remaining liquid, then spoon the gorton into a serving bowl. Refrigerate until cold before serving.