This delicious toddler-friendly Krustenbraten recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is the perfect way to add a bit of variety to your toddler’s dinner. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this savoury pork roast is sure to be a family favourite - and it’s packed full of nutrition to ensure your little one is getting the energy they need. And the best part? It’s super-easy to make, so even the busiest parents can whip it up in no time at all.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Krustenbraten, Pork Loin Roast, German Roast, Onion
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 36g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fats: 28g
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1.2kg (2.5 lb) Pork Loin Roast
- 2 Onions, medium-sized
- 1 Apple, medium-sized
- 1 Carrot, medium-sized
- 1.5 Cups Water
- 10ml (2 Teaspoons) Dried Marjoram
- 5ml (1 Teaspoon) Ground Black Pepper
- 5ml (1 Teaspoon) Dried Thyme
- 5ml (1 Teaspoon) Ground Allspice
- 5ml (1 Teaspoon) Ground Coriander
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 40ml (2 Tablespoons) Olive Oil, extra-virgin
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 210°C/410°F
- Peel and finely dice the onions, apple, and carrot
- In a large, shallow roasting pan lay the pork loin roast on the bottom
- Sprinkle the spices over the roast evenly.
- Scatter the diced onions, apple, and carrot over the roast.
- Add the olive oil, and pour the water over the roast.
- Place the bay leaves on top of the roast.
- Cover the roasting pan with lid or tin foil.
- Put the roasting pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes, taking off the lid or tin foil after 1 hour.
- Let rest for five minutes, before serving.
Joke: Instead of waiting an entire hour and 45 minutes, try asking your kids to help you cook so the Krustenbraten will be ready in no time!
Recommended Sides
- Mashed potatoes
- Red Cabbage
- Bread dumplings
Joke: Serve with your favorite sides to get all the smiles you were hoping for!
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