PORK LOIN WITH LEMON AND FRIED SAGE LEAVES

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Pork Loin With Lemon And Fried Sage Leaves image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 loins of pork, 2 1/2 pounds each
Apple cider or cranberry juice to cover (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup coarse sea salt
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
1 cup dry white wine
2 lemons, sliced
Large bunch fresh sage leaves
About 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Put the pork loins in a shallow, nonreactive dish and pour on enough cider to cover them. Add the rosemary leaves, thyme, cinnamon stick, bay leaves and salt. Mix well and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 24 hours, turning the loins two or three times.
  • Remove the pork loins from the cider brine and pat them dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper and brown them on all sides on a preheated grill or in a heavy cast-iron pan or casserole on top of the stove.
  • Heat the olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic in a heavy casserole big enough to hold the loins (if you browned the pork on top of the stove, you can use the same casserole. It must have a tight-fitting lid). Add the rosemary and white wine and bring to a boil, scraping up the cooking juices. Add the loins and lemon slices, cover and roast for about 20 minutes, turning frequently. If the liquid evaporates too quickly, add a little water. The pork is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 155 degrees. Remove the casserole from the oven and allow the pork to cool in the cooking juices.
  • Meanwhile, fry the sage leaves a few at a time in the vegetable oil. Drain them on paper towels and sprinkle them with sea salt.
  • Remove the pork loins from the cooking juices and cut them in thin slices. If necessary, boil down the cooking juices so they coat the back of a spoon, like a glaze. Arrange the pork on a serving platter and trickle the cooking juices in a line down the center of the slices. Garnish with the lemon slices. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and keep it in a cool place (not the refrigerator) if you are eating it within a few hours. Just before serving, season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with the sage leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 681, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 45 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1096 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MD Ankush Jewel
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the lemon and sage sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Md Elias
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I'm not a big fan of pork loin, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The pork loin was tender and juicy, and the lemon and sage sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


daser FF
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This is one of my favorite recipes. The pork loin always comes out perfect, and the lemon and sage add a delicious flavor. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Carina Gouveia freitas
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork loin is always juicy and tender, and the lemon and sage sauce is flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Harun Hoseen
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This recipe is a winner! The pork loin was cooked to perfection and the lemon and sage sauce was divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a meal that everyone enjoyed.


Loren Pupcat
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I love this recipe! The pork loin is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon and sage sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with roasted potatoes and green beans. It's a meal that everyone in my family enjoys.


Abdul Hassan Babangida
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pork loin cooks quickly and the lemon and sage sauce is simple to make. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Feel Love
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The pork loin is always juicy and tender, and the lemon and sage sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lashaunte' Brown
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the lemon and sage sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Rekab Network Group
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I'm not a big fan of pork loin, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The pork loin was tender and juicy, and the lemon and sage sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Yohana sungo
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork loin was cooked to perfection and the lemon and sage sauce was divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a meal that everyone enjoyed.


Tiisetso Caroline Pholowa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The pork loin is always juicy and flavorful, and the lemon and sage add a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Konstantinos Koulouris
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This is one of my favorite recipes. The pork loin always comes out perfect, and the lemon and sage add a delicious flavor. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


nicolan
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the pork loin and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Sahir ali Sahir ali
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The pork was tender and moist, and the lemon and sage added a nice flavor. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a perfect meal.


Trinna Smith
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I'm not usually a fan of pork loin, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and sage really brightened up the flavor of the meat. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fungai Nyavanhu
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork loin was juicy and flavorful, and the lemon and fried sage leaves added a delicious touch. I will definitely be making this again.