Sweet and Spicy Pork Loin with Honey Garlic Butter Sauce

From the Farm Kitchen! A family favorite recipe!

Looking for a show-stopping dish that’s as tender as it is flavorful? This Sweet and Spicy Pork Loin with a decadent Honey Garlic Butter Sauce is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and a hint of heat. With a crispy crust and juicy interior, it's sure to impress at any family gathering or special meal.

Ingredients:

For the Rub:

• 2 tsp paprika (mild or smoked)

• 1 tsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ to 1 tsp red chili powder (optional)

• 2 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Honey Garlic Butter Sauce:

• ½ cup honey

• ½ cup butter

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar or cider vinegar

• Pinch of salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions:Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork Loin: Pat dry, rub with 1 tsp oil. Mix rub ingredients and coat pork. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.

2. Sear the Pork Loin: Heat oil in a skillet. Sear pork on all sides until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 1 minute. Stir in honey, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2-3 minutes.

4. Roast the Pork Loin: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer pork to a roasting pan, pour sauce over it, and add ½ cup broth and ½ cup water. Cover with foil and roast for 20 minutes.

5. Baste and Continue Roasting: Uncover, baste with sauce, and roast for another 30-45 minutes, basting every 15 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

6. Rest and Serve: Let pork rest for 10-15 minutes. Scrape up pan juices, thicken with cornstarch (optional), and serve alongside sliced pork.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the juicy, glazed pork loin with sides like scalloped potatoes, green beans, cucumber salad, and freshly baked focaccia bread with melted smoked gouda cheese for a complete, satisfying meal.