With this Instant Pot Pork Loin Roast with Apples and Onions, the possibilities are endless! Whether you stick to a classic recipe or get creative with your favorite flavors, cooking up this tasty dish is sure to make dinner time enjoyable.
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Enjoy a deliciously juicy pork loin roast that is cooked to perfection using the Instant Pot. This simple recipe combines rich, flavorful ingredients such as olive oil, salt, ground white pepper, onion, Granny Smith apples, white wine, and water to create a moist entrée with a balance of sweet and savory flavors.
The Instant Pot makes it easy to prepare a restaurant-quality pork loin roast in your own home.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Simple and Delicious. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that is full of flavor.
- Time Saver. Using the Instant Pot cuts down on your cooking time, so you don't have to wait forever for your pork loin roast to be ready.
- Versatile. You can adjust this recipe easily to fit whatever you may have in your pantry or fridge, making it the perfect last minute dinner solution!
Ingredients You'll Need
- Pork Loin: A tender, juicy cut of meat perfect for slow cooking or roasting in the oven.
- Olive Oil: Adds flavor and aids in even cooking of the pork loin.
- Salt: Enhances taste and helps to bring out the natural flavors of the meat.
- Ground White Pepper: Has a milder flavor than black pepper, rounding out seasonings without overpowering them.
- Onion: Adds a slight sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Granny Smith Apples: Their tartness contrasts nicely with the sweetness of the onion and brings balance to the dish.
- White Wine: Adds a touch of acidity that adds complexity to the flavors of this dish.
- Water: Helps keep moisture levels high for slow cooking.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Rub the roast with 1 tablespoon of oil, salt, and pepper. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an uncovered pressure cooker over medium heat. Place the roast in the pan, fat-side facing down. Brown well on all sides, and finish on the side where you began. Add the onions, apples, wine, and water.
Step 2: Close and lock the lid. Pressure cook on high for 25-30 minutes.
Step 3: Allow the pot to sit for 30 minutes before carefully releasing any residual pressure.
Step 4: Move the roast to a serving dish tented with tin foil to rest.
Step 5: Using an immersion blender, blend the cooking liquid into an applesauce. Slice the roast and serve with applesauce.
NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!
Expert Tips
- Use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of your roast should reach at least 145 ℉ before it is considered done.
- Don’t overcrowd the pot. Make sure to leave enough room for the roast to cook properly and evenly.
- Add other flavors. If desired, experiment with different herbs, spices and seasonings for more flavor.
- Let the pressure release naturally. This will help retain all the moisture in your pork loin roast so it remains juicy!
Variations
- Traditional: Stick to the basics and create a classic roast with garlic, onions, and herbs.
- Mediterranean: Add Mediterranean flavor by adding olives, capers, lemon juice, oregano, and thyme.
- Asian-inspired: Create an Asian-inspired flavor by adding soy sauce, ginger, scallions, and sesame oil.
- Mexican: Spice it up with Mexican flavors like cumin, chili powder, diced tomatoes, and jalapeno peppers.
- Caribbean: Get a taste of the islands by using pineapple juice or mango salsa for a sweet yet savory twist!
Storing & Freezing
Storing: Place pork in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days.
Freezing: Wrap cooled pork tightly, then place each portion into a freezer safe resealable bag. You can freeze cooked pork for up to 3 months.
Recipe FAQ's
The pork loin roast should reach an internal temperature of 145 ℉ before it is considered done.
Yes, you can use any cut of pork that is suitable for roasting, such as pork shoulder or pork tenderloin.
Yes, you can! Just follow the same instructions but adjust the cooking time according to your slow cooker's instructions. You will also need to add more liquid as the ingredients cook slower in a slow cooker than in an Instant Pot.
Toughness in pork loin can be caused by overcooking. To ensure the perfect texture and doneness, use a meat thermometer. For pork loin, the ideal temperature is 145 ℉. If your roast has been cooked above that temperature it could lead to tough or chewy meat. You should know that the pressure release process may take longer with thicker cuts of meat, so be sure to factor this into your cooking time.
The time it takes to cook a pork roast in an Instant Pot varies greatly depending on the size and thickness of the roast. As a general guideline, it usually takes 15-20 minutes per pound at high pressure. For example, a 4 lb. pork loin can be cooked for 45-60 minutes at high pressure with 10 minutes of natural pressure release before serving.
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Instant Pot Pork Loin With Apples And Onions
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork loin in one piece with some fat on it
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 medium onion peeled and roughly sliced
- 2 large Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- ½ cup white wine or broth if you prefer
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Rub the roast with 1 tablespoon of oil, salt, and pepper. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an uncovered pressure cooker over medium heat. Place the roast in the pan, fat-side facing down. Brown well on all sides, and finish on the side where you began. Add the onions, apples, wine, and water.
- Close and lock the lid. Pressure cook on high for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the pot to sit for 30 minutes before carefully releasing any residual pressure.
- Move the roast to a serving dish tented with tinfoil to rest.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the cooking liquid into an applesauce.
Slice the roast and serve with applesauce.
Notes
- The internal temperature of your roast should reach at least 145 ℉ before it is considered done.
- Make sure to leave enough room for the roast to cook properly and evenly.
- If desired, experiment with different herbs, spices and seasonings for more flavor.
- Let the pressure release naturally. This will help retain all the moisture in your pork loin roast so it remains juicy!
- Storing: Place pork in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap cooled pork tightly, then place each portion into a freezer safe resealable bag. You can freeze cooked pork for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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