Mandarin Topped Pork Loin
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Mandarin Topped Pork Loin, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. This recipe features a tender, juicy pork loin seared to perfection and then roasted with a luscious soy-honey glaze, fragrant fresh rosemary, and vibrant mandarin orange slices for a citrusy twist. The combination of minced garlic, ground ginger, and orange juice infuses the dish with a bold, aromatic depth, while a cornstarch-thickened pan sauce ensures every bite is loaded with flavor. Ready in just 80 minutes and easy to prepare, this show-stopping main course is ideal for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or anytime you want a meal that impresses. Serve it with simple sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for an unforgettable feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork loin
- 15 ounces Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a roasting pan or baking dish.
Season the pork loin with salt and black pepper on all sides.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, and orange juice.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until browned, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Transfer the seared pork loin to the prepared roasting pan and pour the soy-honey mixture over it.
Arrange the drained mandarin oranges on top of the pork loin and add rosemary sprigs around the pan for additional flavor.
Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes, remove the foil and spoon some of the juices over the pork. Continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
Transfer the cooked pork loin to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
While the pork is resting, pour the pan juices into a small saucepan. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Bring the pan juices to a simmer over medium heat and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve the sliced pork loin topped with the thickened pan sauce and mandarin orange slices. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 712 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
