Herbed Pork Roast
Elevate your dinner table with this Herbed Pork Roast, a show-stopping centerpiece that's as flavorful as it is elegant. This recipe combines a succulent 3-pound pork loin roast with a vibrant herb paste made from fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, and garlic, perfectly complemented by the zesty brightness of lemon and a touch of white wine or chicken broth for extra moisture. Roasted to perfection with golden-brown edges, the pork is basted mid-cook to enhance its juicy, tender texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a mouthwatering aroma filling your kitchen, this dish is ideal for family gatherings or holiday feasts. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes, and don't forget to drizzle the savory pan drippings for a finishing touch packed with flavor. Perfect for lovers of classic comfort food with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork loin roast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon Fresh sage
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 cups White wine or chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine the rosemary, thyme, sage, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to form a fragrant herb paste.
Pat the pork loin roast dry with paper towels. Rub the herb paste generously all over the roast, ensuring an even coating.
Place the seasoned pork roast on a roasting rack in a shallow roasting pan.
Pour the white wine or chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan to keep the pork moist during cooking.
Transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven and roast the pork for approximately 20 minutes per pound, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat reads 145°F (63°C). This should take about 1 hour and 30 minutes for a 3-pound roast.
Halfway through cooking, baste the pork with the drippings in the roasting pan to enhance flavor and moisture.
Once cooked, remove the pork roast from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and juicy.
Slice the pork roast and serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes. Drizzle the pan drippings over the slices for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.7 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.6 g | 373% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1075 mg | 358% | |
| Sodium | 5575 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 368.7 g | 737% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 5946 mg | 127% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
