Sweet N Spicy Louisiana Pork Roast Recipe

Indulge in this mouthwatering Sweet & Spicy Louisiana Pork Roast! A succulent pork roast, coated in a fragrant brown sugar and spice rub, roasts alongside sweet Vidalia onions, creating a symphony of flavors in your kitchen. The dark brown sugar is key – trust us, your home will smell incredible while it cooks! This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 700.2 kcal
Protein 165g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
Sweet N Spicy Louisiana Pork Roast

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet N Spicy Louisiana Pork Roast

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How to Make Sweet N Spicy Louisiana Pork Roast

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 tablespoon ground cumin.
  3. Set aside 1/4 cup of the spice mixture.
  4. Toss 2 pounds of Vidalia onions, cut into wedges, with 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon of the reserved spice mixture and toss well to coat.
  6. Combine the remaining spice mixture with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
  7. Rub this mixture evenly over the top and sides of a 3-4 pound pork loin roast.
  8. Place the pork roast in a large roasting pan.
  9. Arrange the onions around the roast.
  10. Roast for 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork (away from the bone) registers 160°F (71°C), stirring the onions occasionally.
  11. Let the pork roast stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
  12. Sprinkle the onions with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

53g

Carbs

4g