Herb-crusted pork loin is easy enough for a weeknight meal or fancy enough for holiday gatherings.
Herb-crusted pork loin is easy enough for a weeknight meal or fancy enough for holiday gatherings. This pork is deliciously moist and tender, the perfect main dish to serve to a hungry family!
What is the difference between pork tenderloin and pork loin?
Pork tenderloin is thin and usually 1-2 pounds, and one of the most tender cuts of pork you can buy. Pork loin can be anywhere from 3-5 pounds and usually has a layer of fat the runs over one side.
What's a safe temperature to cook pork too?
Cook pork roasts to an internal temp of 145 degrees. Always use a meat thermometer to check before removing the meat from the heat source.
Tips for making herb-crusted pork loin.
Place pork loin fat side up on in a roasting panwith a rack.
If it's getting too brown on top or you feel the garlic is starting to burn. Just lay a piece of aluminum foil loosely on top.
Always allow the pork to rest 15 minutes before slicing.
In a small bowl add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes and mix until combined.
Rub the mixture all over the roast even underneath. Place roast fat side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
Place the roasting pan in the center of the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Then reduce the heat to 375 and roast for an additional 1 hour. Or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees. Remove pork loin and transfer to a platter. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
Place roasting pan on the stovetop and add the wine or chicken stock and whisk to loosen any brown bits of flavor. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Slice the pork and serve with pan juices.
Notes
You can substitute the fresh herbs for dried but use about 3/4 teaspoon of dried. Dried herbs are a lot more concentrated than fresh herbs.If you get a larger roast the cooking time will be extended.
So happy to hear that Doug ๐
Made the Herb crusted pork tenderloin. Delicious. Our roast was only 1 1/2 lbs so it was cooked very quickly but delicious.
Nice rub.