Pork Roast with Lemon and Garlic

Pork loin roast on a serving platter with a side of sweet potato fries
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 5

Ingredients

  1. 1 pork loin roast, about 2 lb (1 kg), tied
  2. 4 garlic cloves, quartered
  3. 1 garlic clove, chopped
  4. 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
  5. 1 lemon, zest finely grated
  6. 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
  7. 8 carrots, halved lengthwise

Method

  1. With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).  
  2. Using the tip of a paring knife, cut 16 small slits all over the roast and insert a quarter garlic clove in each slit. Season the roast with salt and pepper. 
  3. In a bowl, combine the chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of oil, the lemon zest and thyme. Set aside. 
  4. On the stove, in an ovenproof skillet, brown the meat on all sides in the remaining oil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the roast to a plate and coat well with the garlic-lemon mixture.  
  5. Place the carrots in the skillet and set the roast on top. Transfer to the oven and roast for 40 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to rest, ensure temperature of 71°C (160°F).
  6. On a work surface, remove the butcher’s twine from the roast and thinly slice. Serve with the carrots and Buttered Red Cabbage, if desired.
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