Perfect Herb-Roasted Pork Loin with Tangy Glaze

Topped with an herby, glazed crust, this pork is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. It's as impressive as a more expensive cut of beef, but easier on the wallet. Try this the next time you're planning a fancy dinner at home. Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
• Calories: 392 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried sage
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• cooking spray
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 (5 pound) pork loin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.

Step 2

Combine garlic, sage, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix well. Rub mixture over all surfaces of the pork. Place pork on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Roast in the preheated oven until browned on top, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 4

While the pork is cooking, whisk together vinegar, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, mustard, and cornstarch in a small bowl.

Step 5

When pork is browned on top, remove from the oven and reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 6

Lightly coat the top of the pork with 1/2 of the glaze mixture. Return to the oven and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145 to 150 degrees F (63 to 65 degrees C), about 45 minutes. Pour the remaining glaze over the pork during the last 5 to 10 minutes of cooking.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and lightly tent with foil. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 8

Slice pork and serve with pan drippings and juices.