This wild rice stuffing is a perfect Thanksgiving side dish bursting with flavor thanks to caramelized shallots, oranges, crispy ground pork, and fresh herbs.
0 First, cook the rice by bringing the broth, rice, and butter to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 45 minutes.
1 While the rice is cooking, add the ground pork, maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of sea salt to a large skillet over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, crumbling the pork as it browns.
2 Once the pork is browned, transfer it to a separate bowl, and then add the butter to the same pan. Once melted, add the shallot and stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until evenly browned.
3 Add the currants, orange zest, and fresh sage to the skillet, then return the ground pork to the pan, and stir to combine.
4 When the rice is finished, taste it and add 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (if needed) and the orange juice, then add it to the skillet with the rest of the ingredients and toss to combine.
5 Serve warm, garnished with parsley, chopped pecans, and additional currants and orange zest.
