Puerto Rican Roasted Pork Loin W- Sweet and Sour Tamarind Sauce

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2

Puerto Rican Roasted Pork Loin With Sweet and Sour Tamarind Sauce

Puerto Rican Roasted Pork Loin W- Sweet and Sour Tamarind Sauce

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 pork tenderloin
	1 cup frozen tamarind pulp , thawed
	2 cups beef stock or 2 cups canned beef broth
	3 tablespoons granulated sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

243

Sugar

10g

Fat

Puerto Rican cuisine is a fusion of flavors from the indigenous Taino people and European, African, and Caribbean influences. One of the most popular dishes in Puerto Rico is roasted pork, which is often seasoned with garlic, oregano, and other herbs and spices. This Puerto Rican Roasted Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Tamarind Sauce recipe adds a unique twist to the traditional dish by combining it with a sweet and tangy tamarind sauce. Tamarind is a fruit that is native to Africa and is widely used in Asian, Caribbean, and Latin American cuisines. It is known for its unique sweet and sour flavor and is often used in sauces, chutneys, and marinades.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Make small cuts all over the pork tenderloin and season it with salt and pepper.
3.	Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin reads 145°F (63°C).
4.	While the pork is roasting, prepare the tamarind sauce by combining the thawed tamarind pulp, beef stock, and granulated sugar in a blender and puree until smooth.
5.	Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
6.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes or until it thickens.
7.	Once the pork is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it and serving it with the tamarind sauce.

PROS

This Puerto Rican Roasted Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Tamarind Sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

The tamarind sauce adds a unique sweet and sour flavor that complements the savory pork perfectly.

CONS

If you don’t like exotic flavors, this dish might not be for you.

The tamarind sauce might be too sweet or too sour for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a great source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
The tamarind fruit is packed with antioxidants and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that can benefit your overall health.
However, the added sugar in the recipe may not be suitable for some people with dietary restrictions.