Description
This Fire-Roasted Apple Brown Sugar Bourbon Pork Loin is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a cozy dinner. The pork loin is marinated in a bourbon-infused sauce, then roasted to perfection with caramelized apples and brown sugar.
Ingredients
2 lbs pork loin
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup bourbon
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 apples, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2. In a bowl, mix apple cider, bourbon, brown sugar, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. 3. Marinate the pork loin in the mixture for at least 1 hour.
4. 4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the pork loin on all sides.
5. 5. Place the pork loin in a roasting pan and surround it with sliced apples.
6. 6. Roast in the oven for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
7. 7. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. This dish pairs beautifully with a glass of bourbon.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg