Best 6 Sweet And Simple Pork Roast Recipes

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Pork roast is a versatile and budget-friendly cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. This article presents three delectable recipes for a sweet and simple pork roast that will tantalize your taste buds. The first recipe, "Honey Garlic Pork Roast," features a succulent pork roast coated in a luscious glaze made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. The second recipe, "Spiced Apple Pork Roast," combines the savory flavors of pork with the sweetness of apples and the warmth of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Finally, the third recipe, "Slow Cooker Tangy Orange Pork Roast," utilizes the convenience of a slow cooker to create a fall-off-the-bone pork roast infused with the tangy and citrusy flavors of oranges. Each recipe includes detailed instructions and a list of ingredients to guide you through the cooking process. Whether you prefer a sweet and savory glaze, a blend of spices and apples, or a tangy orange flavor, these recipes offer something for every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET AND SIMPLE PORK ROAST



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Simple, healthy slow cooker pork roast recipe born from my love of sweetness and lack of ingredients. The dish works great even for singles or smaller families because the leftovers are great. Don't throw out the juice! Save all the juice with the leftovers and include it when reheating; it will keep the meat moist and delicious.

Provided by ReleaseT

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Roast Recipes

Time 10h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 cups baby carrots
1 sweet onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
¾ cup white grape juice
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup water
1 (2 pound) pork roast

Steps:

  • Stir sweet potatoes, carrots, and onion together in a slow cooker. Stir white grape juice, applesauce, and water together in a bowl. Pour 1/2 the grape juice mixture over the vegetables in the slow cooker. Place pork roast on top of the vegetables and pour remaining grape juice mixture over pork.
  • Cook on Low for 10 hours. Ladle accumulated juices over the roast when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 39.8 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 98.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

ROAST PORK AND SWEET POTATOES



Roast Pork and Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large pork tenderloin (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried sage
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Pierce the pork all over with a fork. Combine the brown sugar, sage, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a bowl; rub all over the pork.
  • Toss the sweet potatoes and onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil and the cayenne on a baking sheet; season with salt and black pepper. Roast, tossing once, until golden, 20 minutes; set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook, turning, until golden, 5 minutes; transfer to the baking sheet with the vegetables (reserve the skillet). Roast until the sweet potatoes are tender and a thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, 11 to 13 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the broth to the skillet; bring to a simmer over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Stir in the mustard, chives and a few grinds of black pepper. Slice the pork; drizzle with the pan sauce. Serve with the roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 93 milligrams, Sodium 593 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 34 grams

SWEET GLAZED PORK ROAST



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I really like pork that has a sweet taste, so one day when I was looking for something to make for diner, and came across some preserves that my mom had canned, a little light went on! Make some candied sweet potatoes, a green salad, and some warm, toasty french bread, and you've got a meal that would satisfy any sweet tooth.

Provided by Kellie2

Categories     Pork

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 -4 lbs whole boneless pork tenderloin
1 cup favorite preserves or 1 cup marmalade (I used 1/2C Peach, and 1/2C apricot)
1/4 cup apple juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a small bowl, mix marmalade/preserves with apple juice.
  • Spray a (n) 9x13 pan with Pam, and coat the bottom of the pan with some of the glaze.
  • Place the tenderloin in the pan, and pour the rest of the glaze over the tenderloin.
  • Cover the pan loosely with foil, and cut several small slits in the foil to allow the steam to escape.
  • Bake for 30 minutes per pound (90 min total for a 3 pound roast), basting every 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil after the last basting, and cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
  • For well done pork, the thermometer should read 170 degrees.

GLAZED SWEET AND SPICY PORK ROAST



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This is my own recipe. I think it's very good. It makes its own glaze as it cooks, not too sweet and not too spicy. I like to serve it with garlic mashed potatoes or twice baked potatoes.

Provided by Staten Island Slovak

Categories     Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

one boneless pork loin roast (2 to 3 pounds)
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
3 tablespoons dried rosemary leaves
1/3 cup of good maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place roast fat side down in a shallow metal pan or iron skillet.
  • Rub all surfaces of the roast with canola oil.
  • Combine all the dry ingredients together to make a rub. Note: I mortar and pestle the rosemary a little to break it apart and release the flavor. You can use more or less of these dry ingredients to taste or to your perference.
  • Apply the above to all surfaces of the roast. Rub them in well and return the roast to the pan fat side down.
  • Drizzle maple syrup over top of the roast and let it run down the sides. Try to coat the top and sides evenly. It's okay if the syrup runs down onto the pan surface.
  • Bake in a preheated 325F oven. Refer to a cookbook pork roasting chart to determine the exact baking time, depending on the weight of your roast. A 2 1/2 to 3 pound roast should take about 1 hour and 20 minutes to be done in a 325F oven.
  • After the roast is done, remove from the oven and let it rest for about 20 minutes or so while still in the pan. Then use a tablespoon to gather the thick fluid (glaze) from the bottom of the pan and spoon it over the top and sides of the roast.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 1747.6, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8, Protein 0.5

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Pork is stir-fried with peppers, carrots, onions and pineapple in this version of the classic dish. Easy to make, and delicious.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon Kikkoman Soy Sauce
1 pound boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 onion, chunked
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup Kikkoman Sweet & Sour Sauce
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • Blend cornstarch and soy sauce in small bowl; stir in pork until well coated.
  • Brown pork in hot oil in Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir carrots, onion, bell pepper and sweet & sour sauce into pork mixture. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  • Add pineapple chunks; cook and stir only until pineapple is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 53.6 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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After my sister moved away to the university, I used to visit her on weekends. She often made this wonderful and tangy pork dish. Now, every time I make it for my family, it reminds me of those special visits. Everyone who tries it loves it. -Cherry Williams, St. Albert, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (14 ounces) pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-1/2-inch x 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 green pepper, cut into thin strips
Hot cooked rice
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, salt, ginger and pepper. Stir in the water, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved juice until smooth., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry pork and onion in oil for 4-8 minutes or until tender. Stir pineapple juice mixture; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Add green pepper and reserved pineapple. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Serve with rice and if desired, sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork:Pork shoulder or pork butt are ideal for this recipe due to their marbling and flavor.
  • Marinate the pork:Marinating the pork for at least 8 hours or overnight tenderizes the meat and infuses it with flavor.
  • Sear the pork:Searing the pork before roasting creates a flavorful crust and helps to lock in the juices.
  • Cook the pork slowly:Slow cooking the pork ensures that it becomes tender and fall-apart.
  • Use a meat thermometer:To ensure that the pork is cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
  • Let the pork rest:Allowing the pork to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing helps to redistribute the juices throughout the meat.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Sweet and Simple Pork Roast is a delicious and easy-to-follow dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the tender and juicy pork, creates a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish, this pork roast is sure to be a hit.

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