Description
Succulent “Roasted Pork Loin” promises a delightful culinary journey through classic comfort cooking. Perfectly seasoned and expertly prepared, this dish delivers rich flavors that will make you crave another slice at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) pork loin roast
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Liquids and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) white wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
Instructions
- Blend an aromatic mixture of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary in a small mixing bowl.
- Massage the pork loin thoroughly with olive oil, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Generously sprinkle the prepared herb blend over the entire roast, creating an even seasoning layer.
- Position the seasoned roast in a roasting pan with a rack, or directly in the pan if a rack is unavailable.
- Gently pour white wine and chicken broth into the pan’s bottom, which will infuse moisture and enhance flavor during roasting.
- Transfer the roasting pan to a preheated oven at 375F (190C) for approximately 60-75 minutes.
- Monitor the internal temperature using a meat thermometer; remove when it reaches 145F (63C).
- Allow the roast to rest for 10 minutes after removing from the oven, enabling juice redistribution and maintaining tenderness.
- Slice the roast carefully and present with complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Boost flavor by letting the seasoned roast sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking, allowing spices to penetrate deeply.
- Create a crispy exterior by patting the pork loin dry with paper towels before applying oil and seasonings, which helps achieve better browning.
- Prevent overcooking by using a meat thermometer and removing the roast when it reaches 145F, as it will continue cooking during the resting period.
- Customize the herb blend by substituting dried herbs with fresh ones, using a 3:1 ratio of fresh to dried for intense, vibrant flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 313 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 833 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg