Instant Pot Pork Loin
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
289 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Pork Loin
Description
The pork loin is first seasoned with salt and pepper, then browned on all sides in the Instant Pot using vegetable oil to develop a flavorful crust. Hard cider, left to go flat beforehand, adds an apple note as it braises the meat alongside sautéed onions and minced garlic that have softened and released their aroma during pre-cooking. Pressure cooking for 55 minutes ensures the meat becomes tender while soaking up the cider and aromatics.
The pork loin can be sliced and served with the reduced cooking liquid or alongside side dishes of choice. The apple cider imparts a mild sweetness that complements the savory pork and onions. This method provides an efficient alternative to oven roasting with consistent results.
Choosing a good quality pork loin with pinkish-red color and marbling will enhance the final texture and juiciness. Allowing the loin to rest out of the refrigerator helps it cook evenly. Using a meat thermometer to confirm an internal temperature of 145°F ensures safe doneness without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups hard cider or apple cider
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large white onion sliced
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- salt to season the pork loin
- black pepper to season the pork loin
- 1 pound pork loin
Instructions
- If you are using hard cider, allow it to go flat while you prepare the remaining part of the recipe.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté.
- Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the pot.
- When the oil is hot, add the sliced onion, garlic, and salt.
- Sauté until the onions are almost translucent.
- Season the pork loin with salt and pepper.
- Place the pork loin in the Instant Pot and sauté on all sides until it just begins to brown.
- Add the flat cider and secure the lid on the Instant Pot.
- Pressure cook for 55 minutes on the manual setting.
- Once the roast has finished cooking, perform a quick release.
Notes
- Select pork loin with pink-red color and some marbling for better flavor and texture.
- Plan on about ½ pound of pork loin per person to ensure enough servings.
- Cook the loin soon after purchase or refrigerate up to 3 days before cooking, allowing it to rest at room temperature 30 minutes prior to cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for 145°F internal temperature to confirm doneness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 289 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 289kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 119mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 142mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 738mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1.3mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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