ROAST PORK LOIN WITH GRAPEFRUIT

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Categories     Citrus     Fruit     Pork     Broil     Roast     Grapefruit     Pork Tenderloin     White Wine     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 onions, sliced
4 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
a 3 1/2- to 4-pound boneless pork loin, tied
1 tablespoon coriander seeds, crushed
3 grapefruit
4 1/2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
a beurre manié made by kneading together 3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter and 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a roasting pan toss the onions and the garlic with the oil, add the pork loin, and season it with salt and pepper. Rub the coriander seeds over the pork and roast the pork in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until a meat thermometer registers 155°F. to 160°F.
  • While the pork is roasting, remove 3 or 4 long strips of zest from 1 of the grapefruit with a vegetable peeler, scrape off as much of the white pith from the zest as possible, and cut enough of the zest into fine julienne strips to measure 1/4 cup. Cut away the zest, pith, and membranes from all 3 grapefruit with a serrated knife and, working over a bowl to catch the juice, cut the flesh into sections, reserving the juice. Transfer the sections to a sieve and let them drain.
  • In a small heavy saucepan combine 3 tablespoons of the sugar, the zest strips, and 1/2 cup of the reserved juice, reserving the remaining juice for another use. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved, and boil it until it is thickened and turns a light caramel.
  • Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let it stand, covered loosely with foil, for 10 minutes. While the pork is standing, deglaze the roasting pan with the wine, boiling the mixture and scraping up the brown bits, until the wine is reduced almost completely and add the broth. Pour the deglazing mixture through a fine sieve into the pan containing zest mixture, pressing hard on the solids, and bring the gravy to a boil, stirring. Add the beurre manié, a little at a time, whisking until the gravy is smooth, simmer the gravy, whisking occasionally, for 2 minutes, and whisk in any juices that have accumulated on the cutting board. Season the gravy with salt and pepper and keep it warm.
  • Arrange the grapefruit sections in a shallow baking pan or gratin dish just large enough to hold them in one layer, sprinkle them with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, and broil them under a preheated broiler about 2 to 3 inches from the heat for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are just golden. Discard the string from the pork, cut the pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices, and serve it with the gravy and the grapefruit sections.

Kimberly Moos
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the grapefruit glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Daniel Kenyon
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I made this recipe for my family last night and they loved it. The pork loin was tender and juicy, and the grapefruit glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmad Munir
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The pork loin was delicious and the grapefruit glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Adams Vilnis
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I'm not a big fan of pork loin, but this recipe changed my mind. The grapefruit glaze was the perfect complement to the pork, and the meat was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


homraj khadka
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The pork loin was tender and juicy, and the grapefruit glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Raj Danuwar
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit. The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the grapefruit glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


NPL Gamer
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This is one of my favorite pork loin recipes. The grapefruit glaze is so unique and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make it.


Shahnawaz Khoso
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The pork loin is always cooked perfectly and the grapefruit glaze is amazing. I love serving it with roasted vegetables.


Mohammedmunna Munna
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I love this recipe! The pork loin is always tender and juicy, and the grapefruit glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I highly recommend it.


Blessing Brume
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This was a great recipe! The pork loin was moist and flavorful, and the grapefruit glaze was the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Barham Mustafa
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The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the grapefruit glaze was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Aqii vloger aqii
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the grapefruit glaze. I will definitely be making this again.


Samira Haque Ria
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The pork loin was juicy and flavorful, and the grapefruit glaze was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.