**Tennessee Pork Loin: A Symphony of Flavors in Every Bite**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Tennessee with our tantalizing Tennessee Pork Loin recipe. This dish is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. The pork loin is marinated in a delectable blend of whiskey, brown sugar, mustard, and spices, infusing it with a rich and complex flavor profile. Accompanying the pork loin are three equally enticing recipes: Whiskey Brown Sugar Carrots, Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Mustard Glaze, and Southern-Style Collard Greens. These side dishes play a harmonious symphony with the pork loin, creating a complete and satisfying meal that showcases the culinary heritage of Tennessee. Get ready to indulge in a feast that will transport you to the heart of this vibrant state.
TENNESSEE PORK LOIN WITH WHISKEY, BROWN SUGAR, AND MUSTARD
Make and share this Tennessee Pork Loin With Whiskey, Brown Sugar, and Mustard recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Pork
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Make Nashville Sweet: combine all the ingredients in a saucepan; whisk to mix.
- Let the sauce gradually come to a simmer over medium heat; simmer until thick and flavorful, 8-10 minutes; if not serving sauce immediately, let cool to room temperature; transfer to clean glass jars and refrigerate until ready to serve; bring to room temperature before using.
- Make the rub: add rub ingredients to a bowl; stir to mix (or use your fingers); stor rub in an airtight jar away from heat or light (keeps for 6 months); makes 2 cups; total amount used in this recipe is 2 tablespoons.
- Make the pork: butterfly the pork loin-using a very sharp knife, cut the roast almost in half lengthwise through one side (stop about 1-inch from the opposite side).
- Open the roast up as you would a book.
- Sprinkle the inside of the roast with 1 tablespoon of the whiskey; let is marinate for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle a third of the rub (remember total amount of rub used it 2 tablespoons, so 1/3 of that amount) over the inside of the roast.
- Spread the mustard on top with a spatula; sprinkle the brown sugar on top of mustard.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons whiskey on top of the brown sugar.
- Fold the roast back together (like closing a book); sprinkle the remaining rub over the outside.
- Cut four 12-inch pieces of butcher's string; position the pieces of string on your work surface so they are parallel and about 2 inches apart.
- Place a slice of bacon across the strings so that it is perpendicular to and in the center of them.
- Set the roast on top of the bacon, positioning its long side parallel to the bacon.
- Place a slice of bacon on top of the roast; press the remaining 2 slices against the long sides of the roast.
- Tie each piece of string together around the roast so that they hold the slices of bacon against it; set roast aside.
- To make the glaze: combine the glaze ingredients together in a saucepan; boil until syrupy, 4-6 minutes; set the glaze aside.
- Set up grill for indirect grilling and preheat to medium (if using a gas grill, place all of the wood chips in the smoker box or in a smoker pouch and run the grill on high until you see smoke, then decrease the heat to medium; if using a charcoal grill, place a large drip pan in the center, preheat the grill to medium, then toss all of the wood chips on the coals).
- When ready to cook, place the pork roast on the grate, over the drip pan and away from the heat; cover the grill.
- Cook roast until cooked through, 1 to 1 ½ hours; test for doneness by inserting an instant read thermometer into the side of the roast; internal temperature should be about 160°.
- Start basting the roast with some of the glaze after 30 minutes and continue basting every 15 minutes.
- Transfer cooked roast to a cutting board; let rest for 5 minutes; remove and discard strings; slice roast crosswise and drizzle any remaining glaze over it.
- Serve with Nashville Sweet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 950.8, Fat 41.6, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 138.9, Sodium 10791.1, Carbohydrate 98.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 82.8, Protein 44.1
TENNESSEE PORK TENDERLOIN RECIPE
Provided by á-44293
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Set up a charcoal grill for indirect grilling. Butterfly both tenderloins, open flat, and sprinkle evenly with whiskey. Let sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp of the rub on each tenderloin, then divide the mustard and brown sugar evenly between the two tenderloins. Fold back over, wrap 5 pieces of bacon around each tenderloin, and secure bacon slices with toothpicks (soaked in water for 30 minutes). Meanwhile, make the glaze. Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat. cook until all combined and syrupy. Once the grill is hot, put the tenderloin on the hot grate over the drip pan and cook for 1- 1 1/2 hours with the vents open and the lid down. Baste the meat with the glaze after the first 30 minutes, then every 15 minutes after that. Turn meat to get even caramelization on all sides. When finished, let rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then remove the toothpicks and slice thinly. serve warm with my Nashville-style BBQ Sauce on the side.
BROWN SUGAR AND MUSTARD PORK TENDERLOIN
This savory tenderloin with a touch of sweetness will get you excited for leftovers--from Teri Lyn Fisher and Jenny Park of Spoon Fork Bacon.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 55m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Generously season tenderloin with salt and pepper. Set aside. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mustard, brown sugar and thyme.
- Place a large sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil onto a baking sheet. Place onion slices in the center of the foil, in a single layer. Place pork over the onions and brush with 1/2 of the mustard mixture.
- Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 130 degrees F.
- Remove from oven. Open packet carefully by cutting along top fold with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape. When uncovered, brush with remaining mustard mixture. Leaving the packet open, broil for about 1 minute or until a nice crust forms on top. Remove from the oven and allow tenderloin to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 168.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 53.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 408.1 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
Tips:
- Choose a thick pork loin roast. This will ensure that the meat stays juicy and tender during cooking.
- Trim any excess fat from the pork loin. This will help the meat to brown evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to score the pork loin. This will help the marinade to penetrate the meat.
- Marinate the pork loin for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will give the meat time to absorb the flavors of the marinade.
- Sear the pork loin over high heat before roasting. This will help to create a flavorful crust on the outside of the meat.
- Roast the pork loin in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork loin rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Serve the pork loin with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Tennessee Pork Loin with Whiskey, Brown Sugar, and Mustard is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The pork loin is tender and juicy, and the whiskey, brown sugar, and mustard marinade gives it a unique and flavorful taste. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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