Roasted Pork Loin with Pineapple: A Sweet and Savory Delight

Try making this roasted pork loin with pineapple and get ready to be amazed by the flavor. You’ll never want to make it any other way again. Let’s get to the recipe!

Ingredients for roasted pork loin with pineapple:

• 4.4 lbs (2kg) boneless pork loin;
• 1/2 fresh, ripe pineapple;
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil;
• Salt to taste;
• Paprika to taste (or annatto powder if preferred);
• 6 garlic cloves, minced;
• 2 tablespoons pureed bell pepper;
• Black pepper to taste;
• 1 cup (250ml) dry white wine;
• Fresh parsley to taste.

How to make roasted pork loin with pineapple:

1. In a bowl, combine the white wine, vegetable oil, paprika, salt, minced garlic, pureed bell pepper, black pepper, and parsley;
2. Mix everything very well;
3. Place the pork loin in a baking dish, pierce it all over with a fork, and coat it thoroughly with the marinade;
4. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, preferably overnight, to let the flavors develop;
5. The next day, remove the baking dish from the fridge and uncover;
6. Cover with aluminum foil and roast in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes;
7. Remove from the oven and slice the loin, inserting a pineapple slice between each piece of pork;
8. Return to the oven uncovered and roast for another 15 minutes until golden brown;
9. Remove from the oven and serve immediately;
10. Enjoy!

Pro Tip:

For the marinade, you can also add soy sauce, ginger, or other spices of your preference. These ingredients help tenderize the meat and deepen the flavor profile even further.

Did you know?

Roasted pork loin with pineapple is a classic combination in Hawaiian cuisine. This sweet-and-savory pairing, often referred to as “Hawaiian-style,” traces its roots back to Hawaiian and Polynesian culinary traditions. Pineapple is frequently used to add a touch of freshness and sweetness to roasted pork, creating a delicious contrast. It is a very popular dish for parties and outdoor barbecues across the Hawaiian Islands.

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