Creole-style pork loin, a delicious dish of pork meat with a special Salvadoran touch.
The creole pork loin is a traditional Salvadoran dish that reflects the influence of creole cuisine in the region. Originating from Afro-descendant and mestizo roots, this dish has a long history on Salvadoran tables, offering an authentic and comforting flavor that highlights the country's culinary identity.
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Creole Pork Loin
Ingredients
2 pounds of Pork loin
1 pound of Natural tomato
1 Large onion
1 Large green bell pepper
2 Garlic cloves
1 cup of Orange juice
2 tablespoons of Mustard
3 cups of Water
1 Cilantro sprig
1 tablespoon of Pitted olives
1 tablespoon of Capers
1 pinch of Pepper
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : **In a elongated container, add the orange juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper, mixing well.**
Step 2 : Place the piece of pork loin in this seasoned mixture and let it marinate for a couple of hours.
Step 3 : **After marinating, remove the loin and brown it in a pot over low heat in its own fat.**
Step 4 : Once browned, remove it from the pot.
Step 5 : **In the same pot, prepare a sofrito with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and finely chopped cilantro.**
Step 6 : Cook the sofrito for about 15 minutes until it’s ready.
Step 7 : **Then add the pork loin back into the pot, along with water, capers, and olives.**
Step 8 : Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Step 9 : Cover the casserole and cook over low heat until the loin is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Step 10 : **Finally, serve hot, slicing the loin and covering it with the sauce.**
Step 11 : It is recommended to accompany with white rice.
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