Apple-Glazed Roasted Pork Loin
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Resting Time
5 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
391 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Apple-Glazed Roasted Pork Loin
Description
The recipe starts by seasoning a 2 to 3 pound trimmed pork loin with salt and pepper, then searing all sides in olive oil for a browned crust. After searing, the loin is brushed with a dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar mixture to add flavor and moisture before roasting at 375°F until it reaches 145°F internal temperature, ensuring a juicy and safely cooked roast.
The accompanying apple glaze is made by melting salted butter, whisking in cornstarch for thickening, then adding apple juice, dijon mustard, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. The sauce is cooked briefly to thicken and then spooned over the cooked pork. The glaze adds a sweet and tangy complement that balances the meat’s richness.
This roast is suitable for a main dish served sliced alongside vegetables or potatoes. The tied pork loin helps retain even thickness and juices during cooking but may be left untied if preferred. Removing kitchen string before slicing is recommended to serve neat portions.
Ingredients
Pork Roast
- 2 to 3 pound pork loin trimmed and tied preferred
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Apple Glaze
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Season a 2 to 3 pound pork loin with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the loin in the skillet until all sides are browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Brush over pork roast.
- Place skillet in the oven and cook pork to an internal temperature of 145℉, about 30 to 40 minutes depending on the size of the roast. Use a probe thermometer for accuracy.
- Meanwhile, make the apple glaze by melting 2 tablespoons salted butter in a saucepan over medium high heat. Whisk in 1 tablespoon cornstarch until all specks of white are absorbed. Pour in 1 cup apple juice and whisk in 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Continue to whisk until sauce is thickened, which should only take a couple of minutes.
- Remove pork from oven and let rest about 5 minutes before cutting.
- Cut meat into 1/2-inch slices and serve hot drizzled with apple glaze.
Notes
- Purchase pork loin tied for even thickness or tie it yourself for better shape and juiciness.
- Be sure to remove kitchen string before slicing the roast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 225g | |
| Calories | 391kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 153mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 808mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 910mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 123IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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