Ingredients:
- 1.5 kg pork loin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper
- Vegetable oil
- 1 sprig of rosemary (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves of garlic (cut into cubes)
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 100 grams sliced bacon
- 500 grams unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic (crushed)
- 30 ml olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Start by cutting the pork loin lengthwise, butterflying it.
- Cover with plastic wrap and pound well with a meat mallet.
- Season with salt and a generous pinch of black pepper, ensuring to spread the seasoning evenly on both sides.
- Flavor Infusion:
- In a large skillet over medium to low heat, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom.
- Add finely chopped rosemary, cubed garlic, and chili flakes. Stir for 3 minutes.
- Pass the mixture through a sieve and set aside.
- Bacon Paste:
- In a food processor, add sliced bacon and grind well.
- Add the garlic, rosemary, and chili mixture to the bacon and blend until combined.
- Stuffing and Rolling:
- Spread the creamy bacon sauce on the seasoned meat.
- Roll up the pork loin and tie tightly with six pieces of string.
- Roasting:
- Transfer the roll to a baking tray with an oven rack.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Roast for one hour, adjusting time based on your oven’s power.
- Remove from the oven, cover with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Finishing:
- In a large skillet over medium to low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add crushed garlic, finely chopped rosemary, and chili flakes, and stir until combined.
- Add the roasted loin and fry for five minutes, turning it over regularly.
- Serving:
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Cut the meat into slices.
- Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with the prepared sauce.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tips:
- Make sure to adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your pork loin and the power of your oven.
- Letting the meat rest after roasting helps retain its juices, making it more tender.
This detailed recipe should help you recreate a delicious restaurant-style pork loin at home!