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Herb Roasted Pork Loin

Cultural Context

Herb Roasted Pork Loin is a classic American dish, often served during family gatherings and holiday feasts. The combination of herbs and roasting technique enhances the natural flavors of the pork, making it a favorite for special occasions. Variations exist across cultures, with different herbs and spices reflecting regional tastes, but the essence of a succulent, herb-infused roast remains beloved worldwide.

AmericanUSmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3 cloves garlic
2 tbsp rosemary
2 tbsp thyme
1/2 cup olive oil
salt
black pepper
1/2 bag baby carrots
fennel
pork loin

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

pork loin

🥗Healthier: pork tenderloin

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork tenderloin is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is a cheaper alternative.

1

Start by pressing 3 cloves of garlic into a small bowl using a garlic press.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of rosemary and 2 tablespoons of thyme to the bowl.

3

Chop the rosemary leaves and add them to the bowl with the thyme, mixing them together.

4

Pour about 1/2 cup of olive oil into the bowl and stir everything together, adding a little salt and pepper to taste.

5

Rub the garlic and herb mixture all over the pork loin, covering the front, back, and sides evenly.

6

In a separate bowl, toss about 1/2 a bag of baby carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

7

Add fennel and any other vegetables to the roasting pan on either side of the pork loin.

8

Preheat the oven to 400°F and place the roasting pan in the oven for about 35 minutes.

9

Use a meat thermometer to check the pork loin for doneness, ensuring it is cooked perfectly.

10

Once done, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board covered with foil.

11

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F to caramelize the vegetables for a few minutes.

12

Slice the pork on the bias and arrange it on a platter, placing the vegetables on either side.

13

Garnish with loose thyme for presentation.

Cooking Techniques

roasting

Equipment Needed

roasting pangarlic pressmixing bowlmeat thermometercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkmustard

Also Known As

Pork Loin RoastHerb-Crusted Pork Loin

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