Description
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors with this Orange Cranberry Pork Loin, an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. This dish features a succulent pork loin roast coated in a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice and cranberry sauce, resulting in a delightful balance of taste that will elevate your holiday dinners or special occasions. With easy preparation steps and minimal cooking time, you’ll impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside vibrant sides for a festive meal that everyone will adore!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless pork loin roast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2¼ tsp kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ cup orange juice (divided)
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 8 oz sweet orange marmalade (½ jar)
- 7 oz whole cranberry sauce (½ can)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the pork loin dry.
- Rub the pork with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides (about 10 minutes).
- Mix together ½ cup orange juice, apple cider vinegar, marmalade, and cranberry sauce to create the glaze.
- Place seared pork in a roasting pan and coat with glaze.
- Roast for 60-80 minutes, basting every 20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 140-145°F.
- Rest under foil for 10 minutes, then simmer remaining orange juice in the pan for sauce.
- Slice and serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Feel free to add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.