Best 2 Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Loin Recipes

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Searching for a succulent and flavorful pork dish to impress your family or friends? Look no further than prosciutto wrapped pork loin, a culinary masterpiece that combines the savory taste of prosciutto with tender, juicy pork loin. Preparing this dish may seem daunting at first, but with the right recipe and a little patience, you'll be able to create a mouthwatering dish that will be the star of any dinner party or special occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED PORK LOIN



Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Loin image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 shallot, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 pork loin (3 to 5 pounds)
12 slices prosciutto
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons spicy BBQ sauce
2 star anise pods
1 cinnamon stick
Zest of 1 orange
1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic
2 to 3 sprigs fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Combine the parsley, sage, mustard and shallot in a mini food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped and combined. Add the olive oil and blend to form a paste. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Season the pork loin with salt and rub the paste all over it. Lay the prosciutto slices on a piece of parchment paper, shingled in 2 overlapping rows to form a 12-inch square. Place the pork loin in the middle of the prosciutto square. Using the parchment to help you roll, roll the prosciutto up over the loin, pressing firmly to adhere the prosciutto to the loin. Continue to roll until the entire pork loin is tightly covered in prosciutto (the prosciutto should overlap itself). Refrigerate at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, maple syrup, BBQ sauce, star anise, cinnamon stick, orange zest and jalapeño to a simmer. Let cool to room temperature, or overnight in the fridge.
  • When you're ready to roast the pork, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Place the butter, garlic and rosemary in a large, ovenproof saute pan and heat over medium-low heat until the butter is melted, about 2 minutes. Lay the prosciutto-wrapped loin in the pan seam-side down. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of the loin reads 120 degrees F, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Brush the glaze on the loin and continue to roast to 135 degrees F for medium, 10 to 15 minutes more. Allow the meat to rest before slicing, then spoon the pan juices over the pork slices.

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED PORK LOIN WITH ROASTED APPLES



Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Loin with Roasted Apples image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pork     Roast     Dinner     Apple     Fall     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

Filling:
1 ounce (1 cup) dried whole porcini mushrooms
2 ounces (3/4 cup) dried apples
1 pound kale, bottom stems trimmed
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup minced onion
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons brandy or Calvados
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground pork
Pork:
1 (trimmed) 2 1/2-3 pound pork loin
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more for seasoning
3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
5 sprigs rosemary
4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Fuji), quartered, or 8 small apples, halved
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup dry hard cider
1/2 cup low-salt chicken stock
Ingredient info: Dried porcini are available at better supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Italian markets.

Steps:

  • For filling:
  • Place dried mushrooms and dried apples in separate small bowls. Add 1 cup boiling water to each bowl. Let mushrooms and apples soak until very soft, about 30 minutes. Strain mushrooms. Cover and chill soaking liquid (about 3/4 cup). Drain apples, discarding soaking liquid. Finely chop mushrooms and apples, combine in a small bowl, and set mushroom and apple mixture aside.
  • Meanwhile, blanch kale in boiling salted water just until wilted, about 1 minute. Using tongs, transfer kale to a rimmed baking sheet. Refrigerate until cool. Remove any large, tough ribs.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until soft and lightly golden, about 8 minutes. Add mushrooms and apples; cook, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and rosemary; cook for 1 minute. Add brandy and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 1 minute. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Transfer mixture to a bowl and let cool completely. Add ground pork and stir to combine well.
  • For pork:
  • To butterfly, put pork loin on a work surface with short end facing you. Holding a long, thin sharp knife parallel to work surface and beginning along one long side, cut 1/2" above underside of roast. Continue slicing inward, pulling back the meat with your free hand and unrolling the roast like a carpet, until the entire loin is flat. Cover with a sheet of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound to an even thickness.
  • Uncover pork. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Place kale leaves on top of loin in an even layer, overlapping as needed and leaving a 1" border. Spread filling on top of kale. Roll pork into a tight cylinder. Wrap one layer of prosciutto around roast. Tie roast securely with kitchen twine in 1" intervals. Tuck rosemary sprigs under twine, spacing apart. DO AHEAD: Pork roast can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before continuing.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place apples in a roasting pan. Melt 1 tablespoon butter with oil in a large skillet. Brown pork on all sides, about 5 minutes total, then set on top of apples in pan. Add cider and 1/2 cup water to skillet and bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits. Pour mixture into roasting pan. Roast pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center of loin registers 140°F (it will be cooked medium but still slightly pink), about 1 hour 40 minutes. Let roast rest for at least 20 minutes and up to 2 hours.
  • Put roast on a platter. Reserve apples from roasting pan; spoon off fat from juices in pan. Place pan on top of stove over medium-high heat. Add chicken stock. Pour in reserved mushroom liquid, leaving any sediment behind, and cook, scraping bottom of pan to release any browned bits, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter and season to taste with salt and pepper. Strain sauce; slice pork. Serve sauce and apples alongside sliced pork.

Tips:

  • For a crispy prosciutto wrapping, choose prosciutto slices that are thin and slightly overlapping.
  • To prevent the prosciutto from burning, brush it with olive oil or melted butter before baking.
  • To ensure that the pork loin is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145°F (63°C).
  • Allow the pork loin to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the pork loin with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Prosciutto-wrapped pork loin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy prosciutto wrapping and tender, juicy pork loin, this dish is sure to impress your guests. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, prosciutto-wrapped pork loin is sure to be a hit.

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