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Juicy Oven Roasted Pork Loin Roast

Close-up of a juicy pork loin roast, sliced to show the tender interior and seasoned crust.
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Cook a tender and juicy pork loin roast in the oven with minimal ingredients. This recipe provides clear timing and temperature guidance for a successful weeknight or Sunday dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb pork loin roast, bone-out
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. Pat the pork loin roast completely dry with paper towels. This helps create a good crust.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried thyme.
  4. Rub the olive oil all over the surface of the pork loin.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the entire roast, pressing it gently into the meat.
  6. Place the seasoned roast in a roasting pan or on a rimmed baking sheet.
  7. Roast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
  8. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius). This usually takes about 20 minutes per pound after the initial high-heat blast.
  9. Remove the pork from the oven when it reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  10. Tent the roast loosely with foil and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping your pork juicy.
  11. Slice the roast against the grain into half-inch thick pieces.
  12. For a simple pan sauce, pour any drippings from the roasting pan into a small saucepan. Add a splash of broth or water and simmer briefly to create a thin gravy.

Notes

  • For a crispier exterior, you can sear the roast on all sides in a hot, oven-safe skillet before placing it in the oven.
  • If you prefer a lower internal temperature for slightly pinker meat, remove it at 140 degrees Fahrenheit, as it will continue to cook while resting.
  • Use the drippings to make a quick pan sauce gravy for serving over your pork loin roast.

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