8 tips for preparing pork loin in the oven

During the Christmas season, we all look forward to going all out and preparing a grand feast to celebrate Christmas and New Year. During these days, punch is a must, If you want to learn how to prepare a juicy and flavorful oven-roasted pork loin, then you can't miss these 8 tips and advice, as they will help you make sure the loin turns out perfect. You already know, at Kiwilimón we have the recipes and tips to make your Christmas and New Year dinners memorable, take note! Tips for preparing oven-roasted pork loin Pay close attention and remember these 8 tips the next time you prepare loin, they will make all the difference!1. Preheat the oven Remember that for the loin to be well cooked on the inside and golden on the outside, it is essential to preheat the oven properly; otherwise, you will waste more gas, the cooking time will be prolonged, and you will spend more time in the kitchen. 2. Marinate the loin Remember that the sky's the limit when it comes to food, so you can follow a Kiwilimón pork loin recipe or mix and match the marinade from one and the filling from another. To ensure the flavor is just right, remember to marinate with the marinade for a couple of hours or even overnight to absorb all the flavor from the chilies and spices. 3. Stuff the pork loin There's no better way to add flavor to the loin than with a good filling of meat, dried and fresh fruits, spices, and more. The best part is that you can fill the loin with your favorite filling or create your own, let's get to work! 4. Generate steam for juiciness We know that it’s quite common for the loin to turn out a bit dry, but at Kiwilimón, we have a very practical trick to ensure it is perfectly cooked and very juicy. All you need to do is place a pot of water underneath the rack where the pork loin will be placed, as this will help keep the meat moist and juicy. You can also read: 8 pork loin recipes for Christmas5. It’s time to baste In addition to generating steam inside the oven, it is very important to take the time to baste and hydrate the pork loin with the juices from the preparation. Just take a spoon, scoop some of the juices released by the meat, and baste every half hour. 6. Bacon is the secret Want the loin to turn out spectacular? Then season, stuff, marinate with the marinade, and finally cover with strips of bacon, as this will give it an incredible flavor and help it retain its juiciness easily. 7. What is the ideal temperature? According to experts from the National Pork Board, you will know you are cooking the loin at the ideal temperature when it reaches between 63 °C and 72 °C. 8. Let it rest Remember that you should prepare the oven-roasted pork loin in advance, as once it is ready, you must allow it to rest for about 10 to 20 minutes before slicing. You can also read: Tricks and secrets for making your turkey for ChristmasOven-Roasted Pork Loin Recipe Now that you know the expert tips, it’s time to put them into practice with this amazing and succulent stuffed and marinated pork loin, which is the perfect dish to celebrate Christmas, New Year, or any special occasion. Ingredients 2 kilos of pork loin, cleaned and in one pieceFor the filling 1/2 cup of bacon, for the filling, finely chopped1/2 onion, for the filling, finely chopped1 tablespoon of garlic, for the filling, finely chopped2 cups of apple, for the filling, diced1/4 cup of raisins, for the filling1/4 cup of mixed dried fruit, for the filling1/2 cup of sliced almonds, for the filling1/2 cup of pecans, for the filling, finely choppedSalt and pepper to tasteThyme to tasteFor the marinade 3 ancho chiles, deseeded and soaked2 guajillo chiles, deseeded and soaked3 chipotle chiles1/4 onion2 cloves of garlic1 teaspoon of dried oregano1 teaspoon of allspice1 tablespoon of oilPreparation Preheat the oven to 180 °C.Fry the bacon in a pan, add the onion, garlic, apples, raisins, dried fruits, almonds, and pecans.Cook the filling for 10 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Let it cool and set aside.For the marinade: blend the ancho chile, guajillo chile, chipotle chile, onion, garlic, oregano, and allspice.Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, pour in the marinade, cook for a few minutes, and season.Season the loin with salt and pepper, add the filling, and roll it up. Tie with twine.Place the pork loin on a baking tray and baste with the marinade, then cover with aluminum foil and bake for an hour.Slice the oven-roasted loin and serve with salad.