Honey Mustard Pork Loin

Looking for a delicious and easy pork recipe? This honey mustard pork loin recipe is perfect for any night of the week!

Are you looking for a delicious pork recipe that’s sure to please the whole family? If so, this honey mustard pork loin is just what you need!

This mouth-watering creation is packed with flavor from the combination of sweet honey, tangy mustard and savoury spices.

It’s also incredibly easy to make. Not only is it suitable for novice cooks and culinary experts alike – everyone will be asking for seconds at dinner time.

So put down those old cookbooks and don your favourite apron – because we’ve got an amazing dish ready to serve up tonight!

Why You Will LOVE This Pork Loin Recipe

• Easy to make, with only a few minutes of prep.
• Moist, juicy, and tender.
• Full of flavour from the honey mustard glaze.
• Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
• Pairs wonderfully with your favourite sides!
• Affordable meal with inexpensive ingredients

Should you cut the fat cap off a Pork Loin?

Do not cut the fat cap off of your pork loin. Keeping this intact during cooking will keep the roast moist and juicy. It also adds a load of flavour, making your pork loin roast extra delicious.

It’s important to note that the fat cap should be on top of the pork loin going into the oven. This way, it will render during cooking and baste your roast as it cooks!

Best Side Dishes to Serve with Pork Loin

This pork loin can be served with anything you normally enjoy pork with! Try one of these amazing side dishes to turn your pork loin roast into a complete meal:

• Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
• Black Eyed Peas Bean Salad
• Grilled Crack Corn Salad
• Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
• Cranberry Apple Acorn Squash
• Funeral Potatoes
• Roasted Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar & Herbs
• Cowboy Baked Beans

My favourite sides to eat with a pork loin though are steaming hot scalloped potatoes and some green beans smothered in butter.

Cooking Times for Pork Loin Roast

This recipe works perfectly for a 2 lb pork loin but if you need to adjust for a larger pork loin simply increase the cooking time by 25-28 minutes per pound.

For best results, pull your pork loin roast out of the oven at an internal temperature of 145°F and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Tips for the BEST Pork Loin

• Allow your pork loin to come to room temperature for even cooking.
• Always use a meat thermometer.
• Feel free to experiment with the seasonings to best suit your taste.
• Be sure to allow your pork loin to rest after you have removed it from the oven.

How to Store Leftover Pork Loin

Pork loin can last for up to five days when stored in the refrigerator.

The pork loin should be stored in an airtight container or placed on a plate or dish covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to avoid contamination from other foods.

Leftovers can be kept in a freezer for up to 3 months when stored properly in an airtight container.

It is important to label your roast properly with the date it was frozen on, so it can be taken out of the freezer before it expires.

The best way to reheat pork loin is in the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and wrap the pork loosely in foil. Heat the pork loin through until warmed. The time it takes to heat through depends on it’s weight.

About the Ingredients for Honey Mustard Pork Loin

Pork loin – I used a 2 pound boneless roast with the skin on, if you use a larger roast you will need to adjust the cook time accordingly.

Honey and brown sugar – To balance the mustard and spices.

Mustard – Yellow mustard. You could also use honey mustard in place of the honey and the mustard.

Oil – Use a neutral flavoured oil.

Seasoning – A mix of salt, pepper, coriander, nutmeg, whole cloves, and pork spice mix season the rub. If you don’t have a basic pork seasoning on hand substitute with a mix of garlic powder, cumin and smoked paprika.

Looking for More Main Dish Recipes

Check out some of my favourite main dishes!

This Greek chicken sheet pan dinner is perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring Greek-inspired flavours, it’s an easy family-friendly meal.

This bacon wrapped jalapeño popper stuffed chicken recipe is the perfect mix of spicy and cheesy! You’ll love how easy it is to make this dish.

This slow cooker chicken teriyaki is an easy weeknight meal to throw together in the morning, for a tasty dinner ready at the end of the day.

If you are looking for another way to cook pork loin, check out this authentic South German/Austrian recipe for Pork Roast and Sauerkraut. It’s tender, juicy and super flavourful.

How to Make Honey Mustard Pork Loin

Yields: 8 Servings | Prep time: 15 Minutes | Cook time: 2 Hours 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs pork loin, skin-on
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/3 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/3 teaspoon pork spice mix
• 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 8-10 whole cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a bowl, mix olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, spices and sugar.

Wash the pork loin and pat dry. Season the meat side with salt and pepper.

Rub the marinade over the pork loin using 2/3 of the marinade.

Turn the pork loin over so the fat cap is up. Score the skin and fat cap using a knife, then spread the remaining marinade over the fat cap.

Place a whole clove into the cuts in the skin to give the pork flavour, without making the meat bitter.

Wrap the pork in two layers of foil.

Place the wrapped pork in a dutch oven or any casserole dish with a lid.

Cook the pork for 40 minutes. You can then open the lid, unfold the foil and cook for another 20 minutes to brown the skin. The internal temperature when done should be at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a meat thermometer.

Let the pork loin rest for 10 minutes, slice and serve.