Description
A savory stuffed pork loin recipe featuring sweet apricots for a delightful flavor combination.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix chopped apricots, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Cut a pocket in the pork loin and stuff it with the apricot mixture.
- Secure the opening with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
- Place the stuffed pork loin in a baking dish and pour chicken broth over it.
- Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the pork loin overnight.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg