This is a typical Greek winter stew which is simple yet rich and full of flavour and mouth-watering textures.

Serves 6

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil

50g butter

1 kg pork belly, bones removed and cut into 1 cm pieces

150ml red wine

3 leeks, sliced thinly

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

Place the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan.  When the butter is melted and bubbling add the pieces of meat and cook them for a few minutes until golden on all sides.

Add the red wine and reduce for a few minutes.

Add the sliced leeks and season.  Cover with a lid and cook gently for 45 -1 hour.

You are wanting the leeks to melt down into the sauce and the pork is gelatinous and tender.

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.  

Serve in small bowls with fresh bread.