Easy Pork Loin Recipe | Incredibly Juicy & So Succulent

This pork loin is coated in a savory balsamic glaze and seasoned for maximum flavor. It's pan-seared and then baked to perfection for a tender, and juicy pork loin roast everyone will love!

THE BEST PORK LOIN RECIPE

Making a roasted pork loin might seem intimidating, but this easy pork roast recipe is super simple to make and comes out perfect every time.

Seriously, from the marinade to the cooking, it's all easy peasy! All you really have to do is make the pork loin marinade, then let the pan and oven do the heavy lifting. 

And the marinade for this pork loin tenderloin comes together in seconds, and it's so delicious. It coats the meat for an elevated savory flavor that slowly bakes into the pork as it cooks in the oven.

Also, for this roasted pork loin, we'll be using a searing-baking technique to cook it since using that method results in absolutely juicy, fork-tender pork tenderloins that are bursting with flavor.

By the way, if you love pork chops you've got to try these thin pork chops. They're so, so good, and they're a hit every time we make 'em.

Ingredients

Now, the ingredients for this pork loin roast recipe are actually simple pantry staples that you might have in your kitchen.

The only thing you'll probably have to get is the roasted pork loin, so it won't be a big grocery run!

Here's what you'll need to cook the roasted pork loin: 

• Around 2.6 lb (1.2 kg) pork loin 
• 3 tablespoon olive oil 

And for the pork loin roast marinade:

• 4 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 4 cloves of garlic
• ½ lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper

See, just the boneless pork loin roast and a couple of ingredients that give it a whole lot of flavor.

And I use many of these ingredients in my low carb stuffing recipe, so you can whip that up to go with this pork tenderloin!

How To Cook Pork Loin

Ok, so this roasted pork loin recipe only has a few easy steps and just takes a few minutes of active cooking from start to finish. 

Then, all you have to do is wait for the pork loin tenderloin to roast up in the oven while you sit back and relax, or make a side dish. 

So, get out your ingredients, and let's get cooking! 

Step 1: Searing The Pork Loin

Before you begin, preheat the oven to 285 degrees Fahrenheit (140°C). 

Then, put a cast-iron skillet - or roasting pan - on the stovetop over medium high heat and cover the surface with olive oil. 

Now add the boneless pork loin to the skillet, and roast it for about 2 minutes on each side - or until it has a nicely browned exterior. And while it's roasting, you can make the marinade.

Step 2: Making The Pork Loin Roast Marinade

While the boneless pork loin is roasting, add all the pork loin roast marinade ingredients to a mortar and pestle - or blender - and combine these ingredients until a paste forms.

Then, when the pork loins are seared, coat them on all sides with the marinade.

Step 3: Roasting The Pork Loin

Now, put the marinated pork directly in the oven in the skillet or transfer it to a baking dish if your skillet isn't oven safe. 

Bake the roast at 285°F (140°C) for around 50-60 minutes in a baking pan, and then increase the temperature to 340°F (170°C) for the next 15 minutes. 

You can check the internal temperature of the center cut pork roast with a meat thermometer or instant read thermometer to make sure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

When the time is up, turn the oven off, and leave the pork loin in it to cool slightly - just 5 to 10 minutes-ish should be enough. 

Step 4: Serving

After it cools for a few minutes, take the roasted pork loin out of the oven and cut it into thin slices. 

Then, serve the tender pork with some veggies, mashed potatoes, cauliflower mashed potatoes, or any side dish you made, and enjoy this absolutely delicious meal! 

What To Serve With This Pork Loin

This pork tenderloin is delicious on its own, but it also goes really well with a ton of different sides for an easy dinner recipe!

Here are some of my favorite low carb sides to serve with the juicy roast:

• Cheddar Bay Biscuits
• Cauliflower Rice
• Naan Bread
• Broccoli Casserole
• Green Bean Casserole
• Creamed Spinach Casserole
• Roasted okra

How To Store Pork Loin

So, this pork roast recipe will make quite a few servings, depending on how big of a pork loin you get. 

If you have leftovers, not to worry, you'll have dinner for the next few days! And it's delicious leftover since the flavors develop even more.

With that said, you can store the leftover pork loin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up 3-4 days. Just make sure to put it in the fridge as soon as you're done eating - you don't want to let it cool too much on the counter. 

Then either eat cold, or you can reheat the pork tenderloin whenever you're ready for it.

Reheating pork loin

Now, to reheat your leftovers, two methods work best.

If you want to reheat slices, put a little olive oil and broth in a pan. Then, turn it to medium-heat, and reheat the pork loin for about 5 minutes, flipping it every minute or so. 

And if you want to reheat the entire pork roast, put it in a baking dish with some broth and cover it with tin foil. Then heat at 325°F (165°C) for about 30 minutes or until it reaches your desired temperature. 

FAQ'S ABOUT THIS PORK LOIN RECIPE

Should you roast pork loin covered or uncovered?

You want to cook this pork roast uncovered. If covered, it prevents the marinade from roasting into the meat and it turns out less juicy and flavorful. 

How do you keep pork loin from drying out?

I have found the best way to keep pork loin from drying out is by first searing it, and then baking it second. Just baking it at a high temperature from the get-go will dry it out - that is why this recipe cooks it at a low temperature for so long. 

What temperature should a pork loin roast be cooked to?

You will want to make sure the internal temp is at least 145°F (63°C) when making pork loin. If you check the porks temp and it's not there yet, just pop it back in the oven until it reaches 145°F.

WRAPPING IT ALL UP

Well, now you know how to make pork loin that is succulent and juicy.

This pork loin recipe is great for family weeknight dinners when you don't want to be in the kitchen for too long. It makes plenty of servings, is super versatile, and everyone will love it! 

Well, I hope you love this pork tenderloin recipe as much as I do.

If you make it, leave a comment below and let me know how it turned out, I'd love to hear about it!

Oh, and for even more easy recipes like this one, check out my YouTube Channel. There's a lot more deliciousness on there.

More Recipes

If you're looking for more delicious recipes like this roasted pork loin, I have a ton on the blog I think you'll like.

Give one of these a try next:

• Air fryer pork chops
• Air fryer chicken breast
• Air fryer turkey tenderloin
• Carne picada
• Bottom round roast
• Baked turkey wings
• Beef and broccoli
• Flavorful chicken thighs
• Roasted Broccolini

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