Cider-Brined, Mustard-Glazed Pork Loin
Cider-Brined, Mustard-Glazed Pork Loin is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, thyme, bay leaves, 2 cups apple cider, and 2 cups water to a low boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, coriander seeds, mustard seeds, thyme, bay leaves, 2 cups apple cider, and 2 cups water to a low boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Cook, whisking, until sugar and salt dissolve, about 4 minutes.
Transfer brine to a large bowl and add remaining 2 cups apple cider and 2 cups ice.
Let cool to room temperature.
Place pork and brine in a large resealable plastic bag; turn to coat.
Seal and chill at least 8 hours.
Remove pork from brine and pat dry with paper towels.
Let sit at room temperature 1 hour.
Place rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 400°F.
Season pork all over with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high.
Sear pork, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides (including ends), 10–12 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine mustard, brown sugar, syrup, and thyme in a medium bowl.
Pour apple cider into a large roasting pan or glass baking dish.
Transfer pork, fat side up, to pan.
Brush all over with mustard mixture.
Roast pork, basting every 15 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 140°F, 50–70 minutes.
Transfer to a cutting board and let rest at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Pork can be brined up to 24 hours ahead.
Keep chilled in plastic bag.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
