**Apricot Glazed Pork Loin: A Flavorful and Succulent Main Course**
Apricot glazed pork loin is a delectable dish that combines the tender juiciness of pork with the sweet and tangy flavors of an apricot glaze. The glaze, made from apricot preserves, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of garlic, caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a glossy and irresistible crust. The pork loin itself is brined for several hours or overnight, resulting in a moist and flavorful meat that pairs perfectly with the glaze. This dish is a fantastic main course for any occasion, whether it's a special dinner party or a casual family gathering.
In addition to the main recipe for apricot glazed pork loin, the article also includes variations for those who prefer a different cooking method or flavor profile. For those who love the convenience of a slow cooker, there's a recipe for slow cooker apricot glazed pork loin that delivers fall-apart tender meat with minimal effort. If you're looking for a healthier version, the recipe for apricot glazed pork loin with roasted vegetables incorporates a medley of colorful veggies for a nutritious and well-rounded meal. And for those who enjoy a bit of heat, the recipe for spicy apricot glazed pork loin adds a touch of cayenne pepper and sriracha to the glaze for a delightful kick.
APRICOT-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN
A simple apricot glaze made with preserves lends a delightful zest to this tender pork. It's so fuss-free and delicious, you'll make it again and again. -Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the oil, salt and pepper; rub over pork., Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon over pork. Bake 10-17 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK LOIN WITH APRICOT-ROSEMARY GLAZE
Rosemary adds a savory flavor to the sweet glaze showcasing apricot preserves and sherry.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Trim fat from pork. Place pork in 13x9-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In 10-inch skillet, heat preserves, sherry, rosemary and garlic over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened. If necessary, mash apricot pieces with fork into small pieces. Spoon 1/4 cup apricot mixture onto pork (reserve remaining apricot mixture). Insert meat thermometer so tip is in center of thickest part of pork.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until thermometer reads 155°F. Cover pork with foil; let stand 15 to 20 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°F. (Temperature will continue to rise about 5°F, and pork will be easier to carve.) Cut pork into slices. Heat remaining apricot mixture; serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g
APRICOT PORK TENDERLOIN
The only way to cook tenderloin. The apricot preserves are a perfect marriage with pork. Sweet without being too sweet! A family favorite!
Provided by Hope
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread butter all over the pork tenderloin. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Combine garlic powder, apricot preserves, honey, and sherry in a separate bowl.
- Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the pork from the oven and brush with the apricot sauce. Return the pork to the oven. Continue roasting, basting occasionally with the remaining sauce, until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 85.7 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 42.9 g
SIMPLY ROASTED PORK LOIN ROAST WITH APRICOT GLAZE
This was given to me by a girl at church. I tried it and couldn't believe how easy and how wonderful it was. The aroma filling the house made us all crazy waiting for it to be ready. It tasted as good as it smelled.
Provided by BamaKathy
Categories Pork
Time 1h
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Place the preserves in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook 10 minutes or until melted.
- Keep warm over low heat.
- Combine salt, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Rub evenly over pork.
- Place pork on a rack coated with cooking spray; place rack in a shallow roasting pan.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Brush 1/4 cup preserves evenly over pork.
- Bake an additional 10 minutes.
- Brush remaining preserves evenly over pork.
- Bake an additional 10 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 155 degrees.
- Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 61.2, Sodium 219.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.3
APRICOT-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN
We know them as sweet spreads for toast. But jams and jellies, like this apricot spread, can do so much more.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat broiler; set rack 4 inches from heat. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Rub pork with oil; season with salt and pepper. Broil 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together jam and mustard. Cook over medium heat until jam melts, 3 to 4 minutes; remove from heat. Transfer half to a small bowl for brushing. Cover pan to keep remaining sauce warm.
- Remove pork from broiler; brush with reserved sauce. Continue broiling until pork is blackened in spots and registers 150 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, 5 to 10 minutes more.
- Cover pork loosely with foil; let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve drizzled with warm sauce.
APRICOT-ROSEMARY GLAZED PORK LOIN
This takes only 10 minutes to prepare for the oven. It looks awesome when removed from the oven. The meat is very tender and the sauce provides a hint of orange and rosemary. The recipe is courtesy of Betty Crocker.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Pork
Time 2h10m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Remove any excess fat from the roast.
- Place roast in a 13x9-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, heat the preserves, sherry, rosemary and garlic over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- When thickened, spoon 1/4 cup mixture onto pork reserving remainder.
- Insert meat thermometer so tip is in center of thickest part of pork.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until the thermometer reads 155°F.
- Cover pork with foil and allow to stand 15 to 20 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°F.
- Cut roast into slices.
- Heat the reserved apricot mixture and serve with roast.
APRICOT PORK ROAST
Serve this delightful pork roast with rice or mashed potatoes and veggies. We like leftovers with gravy, served on buns the next night. -Patricia Defosse, Wilmington, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place roast in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine preserves and broth; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender. Remove meat to a serving platter; keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BALSAMIC ROASTED PORK LOIN
A zesty, yet simple meal with an olive oil and balsamic vinegar marinade. A crowd pleaser!
Provided by Melissa S.
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 3h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Dissolve steak seasoning in balsamic vinegar, then stir in olive oil. Place pork into a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade overtop. Squeeze out air and seal bag; marinate 2 hours to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place pork into a glass baking dish along with marinade. Bake in preheated oven, basting occasionally until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (65 degrees C), about 1 hour. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 731.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Choose a good quality pork loin: Look for a loin that is firm to the touch and has a good amount of marbling. This will ensure that your pork loin is juicy and flavorful.
- Score the pork loin: Scoring the pork loin helps the glaze penetrate the meat and cook it evenly.
- Use a flavorful glaze: The glaze is what gives the pork loin its delicious flavor. Be sure to use a glaze that you enjoy.
- Cook the pork loin to the proper internal temperature: The internal temperature of the pork loin should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 155 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, and 165 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
- Let the pork loin rest before carving: Letting the pork loin rest before carving allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful roast.
Conclusion:
Apricot-glazed roast pork loin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy glaze, tender and juicy meat, and beautiful presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special meal to make, give this apricot-glazed roast pork loin a try. You won't be disappointed!
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