Description
Elevate your holiday feast with this exquisite Stuffed Pork Roast. Tender pork loin is filled with a savory blend of herbs, fruits, and nuts, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that’s sure to impress your guests. This roast not only looks stunning as a centerpiece but also brings warmth and festivity to your table.
Ingredients
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For the Pork Roast:
- 1 (4-pound) boneless pork loin roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Stuffing:
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries
- 1/2 cup chopped apples or pears
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Stuffing:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, dried cranberries, chopped fruit, nuts, onion, garlic, orange zest, orange juice, parsley, rosemary, thyme, cinnamon, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and stir until well combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Pork Loin:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pork loin on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a lengthwise cut down the center of the roast, being careful not to cut all the way through, so you can open it like a book (butterfly cut).
- Cover the pork with plastic wrap and gently pound it with a meat mallet to an even thickness.
- Stuff and Roll the Pork:
- Spread the stuffing mixture evenly over the flattened pork loin, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the pork loin tightly from one long side to the other, encasing the stuffing.
- Tie the rolled roast with kitchen twine at 1- to 2-inch intervals to secure it.
- Sear the Roast:
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the outside of the roast with salt and black pepper.
- Sear the pork roast on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Roast:
- Transfer the skillet or roasting pan to the preheated oven.
- Roast the pork for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 145°F (63°C).
- Baste the roast occasionally with the pan juices to keep it moist.
- Rest and Serve:
- Remove the pork roast from the oven and tent it with foil.
- Allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes to let the juices redistribute.
- Slice the roast into 1-inch thick slices and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes