Boneless center-cut pork loin, about 3 lbs.
6 cloves garlic
2 c. tawny port
1/2 c. dark brown sugar
1/2 c. soy sauce
2 Tbs. dry mustard
1 tsp. hot chili oil or pinch cayenne pepper
With a sharp knife or skewer, poke holes all over roast at 2" intervals. Place in glass or plastic container. Crush garlic & combine with rest of ingredients. Pour over pork & allow to marinate 1-2 days, refrigerated, turning occasionally. To oven cook: Preheat oven to 425. Drain pork & reserve marinade. Put in small roasting pan & roast at 425 for 20 minutes, turning several times to brown all sides. Reduce temperature to 375 & roast 30 minutes longer until done. Make a sauce by placing reserved marinade in heavy saucepan & simmering until reduced to about 3/4 c. Strain & cool. To grill: Build an indirect fire in grill with dome cover. Pile coals about 4 deep around edges by not directly under where meat will be placed. Put meat on, cover grill & cook until thickest part of roast registers 160-170 degrees, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Makes 8 servings.
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