Perfectly Moist Pork Loin
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
339 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Perfectly Moist Pork Loin
Description
The recipe Seasonings the entire pork loin with olive oil and a balanced rub of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. The roast is cooked initially at 400°F to develop a crust, then the temperature is reduced to 350°F to finish cooking evenly. The internal temperature target is 145°F, ensuring juiciness while fully cooked.
This dual-temperature roasting method promotes caramelization and a tender interior. Letting the roast rest loosely covered with foil after cooking allows juices to redistribute, preserving moisture.
The pork loin is then sliced for serving, offering a tender and flavorful main course suitable for family dinners or special occasions where succulent pork is desired.
Ingredients
- 4-5 pounds pork loin roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Rub entire pork roast with olive oil. Then rub with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powders on all sides.
- Place pork in roasting pan fat side up.
- Cook for 10 minutes.
- Lower heat to 350 degrees F and cook for 20 per pound until the internal temperature reads 145 degrees F.
- Remove pan from oven, and put a piece of foil loosely on top of the roast. Let meat rest for 10 minutes.
- Transfer roast to a cutting board to slice for serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 339kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 984mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 881mg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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