BRAISED PORK LOIN WITH PEARS

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The traditional pairing of pears and pork plays out in a platter of d'Anjou pears with braised boneless pork loin rolled in allspice, coriander, and dry mustard; parsnips, carrots, red pearl onions, and white wine also join the dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon plus a pinch of ground allspice
1 boneless pork loin, about 2 pounds, tied
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
2 bay leaves
15 small orange, red, and yellow carrots, peeled, trimmed if desired
15 red pearl onions
10 small parsnips, trimmed and peeled
3 garlic cloves, crushed with the flat side of a large knife
6 red d'Anjou pears

Steps:

  • Combine salt and spices. Coat pork with the spice mixture, and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add oil. Add pork to pot. Sear pork until golden, turning with tongs, about 2 minutes per side. Stir in wine and bay leaves, scraping bottom of pot to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Partially cover, and simmer, basting meat with cooking liquid several times, 25 minutes. Remove pork from pot, and set aside.
  • Stir in carrots, onions, parsnips, and garlic. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Make a well in center; return pork to pot. Quarter and core pears (peel and leave some whole if desired). Add pears, and simmer until pears are tender and a meat thermometer inserted into center of pork registers 145 degrees for medium, about 15 minutes. Let rest in pot 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Transfer the vegetables and pears to a platter with the sliced pork. Pour sauce through a fine sieve into a bowl; pour over pork.

Owes Raza
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I've made this dish a few times now and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the pears add a nice sweetness. I like to serve it with roasted potatoes and vegetables.


TD20 MEDIA
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved it. The pork was tender and juicy, and the pears were perfectly caramelized. I would recommend using less sugar in the sauce next time.


Fahad Iqbal
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this dish was actually really good. The pork was cooked perfectly and the pears were a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


janine arries
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the pears were the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Khan Op
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the tender pork and the sweet and savory sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Felicia Quintana
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The pork was tender and juicy, and the pears added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Prada Abel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The pork was cooked to perfection and the pears were tender and flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Wintone Omoro
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This recipe is a winner! I love the combination of pork and pears. The sauce is also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Rafid
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Just made this dish and it turned out amazing! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the pears were perfectly caramelized. I will definitely be making this again.


Ponthias Ndambi
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This braised pork loin with pears was an absolute delight! The pork was tender and juicy, and the pears added a touch of sweetness that perfectly complemented the savory flavors of the pork. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, an