Ingredients:
2-3 lb pork loin roast
1 cup fresh cranberries
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup apple cider
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the pork loin with salt and pepper and place it in a roasting pan.
In a saucepan, combine Dijon mustard, apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, and cranberries. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst.
If desired, add cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
Pour the sauce over the pork loin and roast for 60-75 minutes, until the internal temperature is 145°F (63°C).
Allow the meat to rest before slicing.
- Spicy Cranberry Dijon Pork Loin Roast
Ingredients:
2-3 lb pork loin roast
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sriracha or hot sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rub the pork loin with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
In a bowl, mix Dijon mustard, sriracha, honey, and chicken broth.
Place the pork loin in a roasting pan, pour the sauce over it, and add cranberries.
Roast for 60-75 minutes, basting occasionally, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
These recipes bring together the tanginess of cranberries, the sharpness of Dijon, and complementary flavors to create a delightful pork loin roast.