Christmas Pork Loin ππ
Description:
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delectable Christmas Pork Loin recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. It’s a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the succulence of pork with the tropical sweetness of pineapple. Perfect for your holiday table or any weeknight dinner that deserves a touch of elegance.
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | dry mustard |
| – | sherry wine |
| 1/2 | soy sauce |
| 2 | fresh ginger |
| 1/2 | garlic cloves |
| 2 | crushed pineapple |
| 1 | water |
| 2 | brown sugar |
| 3 | cornstarch |
| 1 | parsley |
| 1/4 | pineapple slice |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 597.5
- Fat Content: 31.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11g
- Cholesterol Content: 136.1mg
- Sodium Content: 1106.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 16.9g
- Protein Content: 47.5g
Instructions:
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Rub the Pork Loin: Start by rubbing the pork loin with just enough mustard to coat the surface evenly.
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Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup each of soy sauce and sherry, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger.
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Marinate the Pork: Pour the marinade over the pork loin, ensuring it is fully covered. Allow it to marinate for at least 2 hours, turning occasionally to ensure even flavor distribution. Remember to reserve some of the marinade for later use.
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Roast the Pork: Place the marinated pork loin on a rack in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 2-2 1/2 hours, or until the meat is thoroughly cooked. During the roasting process, baste the pork loin with the reserved marinade at regular intervals to keep it moist and flavorful.
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Prepare the Glaze: In a separate pan, combine crushed pineapple, water, brown sugar, cornstarch, and remaining sherry and soy sauce. Heat the mixture for 1 minute, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly.
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Glaze the Pork: Once the pork loin is cooked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Spoon the prepared glaze over the pork loin, ensuring it is evenly coated.
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Serve: Transfer the glazed pork loin to a serving platter. Serve it at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
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Garnish: For an added touch of elegance, garnish the pork loin with pineapple slices and fresh parsley before serving.
This Christmas Pork Loin recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible flavors and tender texture. Enjoy the festive spirit with every bite!
