This Pork Loin Roast is easy to make and ready in about an hour, which makes it perfect for holiday meals and weeknight dinners alike.
When it comes to quick and easy dinners, we almost always choose pork. Not only is it fast on cooking times, but it is a great alternative to beef or poultry.
With this simple pork loin roast you can have a deliciously savory dinner on the table with just a few minutes of prep and really wow your crowd.
Now, when it comes to holiday meals, I tend to go the untraditional route. This is because I’m usually making all the holiday fixings months in advance so I can share them with you here.
So by the time the actual holiday comes, we have already had our turkey or ham and really want something different. That’s where this beautiful pork loin roast comes in.
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I love it because the prep is so quick and then I can just get it in the oven and work on the sides or visit with the kids. Minimal work with a whole lot of gain.
Plus – the leftovers of this pork loin are positively scrumptious on a sandwich the next day.
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Here are some commonly asked questions
What is the best way to store leftover pork roast?
Place any leftover roast in a shallow airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Why use a shallow container to store the leftovers?
Well, when the container is shallow, the contents chill faster than if you were to use a large, deep container. Ideally, you don’t want it to take too long for the leftovers to get to their chilled/stored temperature.
As I mentioned, if the food remains above about 35 degrees for more than 1 hour after cooking, the bacteria starts to grow.
Can you cook pork loin roast in crock pot?
You bet! Just season this pork loin roast the same way. But instead of placing it in a preheated oven and baking it – you will place it in the slow cooker and cover.
Set it to low and let it cook for about 8 hours. You can add about a half cup of water in the bottom, but the juices it releases as it cooks should be enough moisture.
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HOW DO YOU MAKE Pork Loin Roast?
- Remove the pork loin roast from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 F degrees.
- Mix the garlic, salt, paprika, ground mustard, and pepper together in a small bowl and sprinkle it evenly over the pork and then massage it into the pork loin roast.
- Place the pork loin in a baking dish with the fat cap facing up.
- Cook the pork loin in the preheated oven until it reaches a temperature of 140 F degrees or about 60 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the pork to a clean cutting board and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.
- Slice the pork loin crossways into ¾ to 1-inch slices and serve with a drizzle of the pan drippings over the top.
How many can this serve?
This 3-pound roast should feed 4-6 people depending on the thickness of the slices and of course, portion sizes.
To make Pork Loin Roast you will need…
- pork loin roast
- garlic powder or granulated garlic
- kosher salt
- paprika
- ground mustard
- pepper
Will pork loin roast shred?
I understand. I am a complete sucker for pulled pork. Unfortunately, pork loin roast is far too lean and won’t pull. If you want pulled pork, you will need to choose a pork shoulder or a pork butt. Check out my recipes here for slow cooker pork and pressure cooker pork versions.
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Can this pork loin roast be frozen?
I personally prefer to use it up within 4 days after making it because it has better flavor and isn’t too dry. But you can place it in an airtight container or bag and freeze for up to 4 months.
Can this recipe be doubled?
You can, and we do it often. If you have a large braising pan you can place the roasts side-by-side in the pan when cooking. You can also place 2 regular casserole baking dishes side-by-side in the oven.
We like to make double because it gives us some leftovers that we can send home with our son so he has some meals for a bit. We also have plenty of people here that love to have those leftovers for a few days. Plus, it’s really nice to have a few nights off from cooking.
Can I use frozen pork roast?
You can’t cook the pork roast from frozen as you can when pressure cooking. For this method, you will need to use a fully thawed or fresh pork roast.
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Products I love when making pork loin roast…
This pork roast recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade pork roast before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this roast recipe.
- garlic powder
- kosher salt
- paprika
- ground mustard
- pepper
- mixing bowl
- thermometer
- baking dish
- cutting board
- knives
- serving platter
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Pork Loin Roast
Ingredients
- 3 pound pork loin roast
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Remove the pork loin roast from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 F degrees.
- Mix the garlic, salt, paprika, ground mustard and pepper together in a small bowl and sprinkle it evenly over the pork and then massage it into the pork loin roast.
- Place the pork loin in a baking dish with the fat cap facing up.
- Cook the pork loin in the preheated oven until it reaches a temperature of 140 F degrees or about 60 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the pork to a clean cutting board and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.
- Slice the pork loin crossways into ¾ to 1-inch slices and serve with a drizzle of the pan drippings over the top.
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
