Roasted Pork Loin with Almond Pesto Recipe

Name: Roasted Pork Loin with Almond Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup toasted slivered or whole almonds (save 1/4 cup for garnish); 3 serrano chiles; Juice of one lime; 6 cloves of garlic; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 2 cups picked thai basil leaves; 1 cup picked mint leaves; 3/4 cup peanut oil; 3 to 4 pound pork loin, cut into at least 4 (2-inch) pieces, pounded flat; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1/4 cup sliced green scallions for garnish; Canola oil to cook

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cup toasted slivered or whole almonds (save 1/4 cup for garnish)
3 serrano chiles
Juice of one lime
6 cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 cups picked thai basil leaves
1 cup picked mint leaves
3/4 cup peanut oil
3 to 4 pound pork loin, cut into at least 4 (2-inch) pieces, pounded flat
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup sliced green scallions for garnish
Canola oil to cook

1
In a food processor, place almonds, chilies, lime juice, garlic and ginger and mix well.
2
Add the basil and mint leaves.
3
Slowly drizzle in the oil to achieve a thick puree.
4
Check for seasoning.
5
Season the pork and spread the pesto on each pork escalope.
6
Save a little pesto for garnishing.
7
Roll the pork escalopes and tie each one with string.
8
In a hot saute pan coated with oil, sear the pork roulades on all sides.
9
Place pork in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes.
10
An internal temperature of 155 to 160 degrees is ideal.
11
I love my pork pink.
12
Let loin rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
13
Add a little oil to thin out the remaining pesto.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cup toasted slivered or whole almonds (save 1/4 cup for garnish), 3 serrano chiles, Juice of one lime, 6 cloves of garlic, and more.

Yes, Roasted Pork Loin with Almond Pesto falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Roasted Pork Loin with Almond Pesto

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Variations & substitutions

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