Cumin Pork Roast with Wild Mushroom Sauce Recipe

Name: Cumin Pork Roast with Wild Mushroom Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3 1/2-pound center-cut pork loin; 4 teaspoons ground cumin; 3 tablespoons butter; 14 ounces oyster mushrooms, halved; 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped shallots; 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno chili (with seeds); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons finely chopped oregano; 1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth; 2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1/4 cup dry Sherry; Cilantro sprigs

Servings: persons

1 3 1/2-pound center-cut pork loin
4 teaspoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons butter
14 ounces oyster mushrooms, halved
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped shallots
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno chili (with seeds)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped oregano
1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/4 cup dry Sherry
Cilantro sprigs

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper.
3
Rub 3 teaspoons cumin over pork.
4
Place roasting pan.
5
Roast pork until meat thermometer inserted into center registers 150F, about 50 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Add mushrooms, 1/2 cup shallots, garlic and 1 tablespoon jalapeno; saute until mushrooms are very tender and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Add chopped cilantro, oregano and 1 teaspoon cumin.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Set aside.
12
Transfer pork to platter.
13
Tent with foil.
14
Add broth to roasting pan; scrape up any browned bits.
15
Transfer to heavy medium saucepan.
16
Gradually whisk flour into Sherry in medium bowl to blend.
17
Whisk Sherry mixture, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon shallots and 1 teaspoon jalapeno into broth; bring to a boil, whisking until smooth.
18
Stir in mushroom mixture and any accumulated juices from pork on platter.
19
Boil until mixture thickens to sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
20
Season with salt and pepper.
21
Slice pork.
22
Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
23
Serve pork with sauce.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3 1/2-pound center-cut pork loin, 4 teaspoons ground cumin, 3 tablespoons butter, 14 ounces oyster mushrooms, halved, and more.

Yes, Cumin Pork Roast with Wild Mushroom Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cumin Pork Roast with Wild Mushroom Sauce

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