Brazilian recipe
Pork Loin with Passion Fruit Sauce (Lombo ao molho de maracujá)
Learn how to prepare succulent pork loin topped with a bright, tangy-sweet passion fruit reduction—a hallmark of classic Brazilian home cooking.
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Ingredients
2 kg lean pork loin
1 bottle concentrated passion fruit juice
1 liter filtered water
2 cups granulated sugar
1 large onion
1 tbsp butter
Salt to taste
1 bottle concentrated passion fruit juice
1 liter filtered water
2 cups granulated sugar
1 large onion
1 tbsp butter
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh pork loin and basic aromatics at local markets. For the concentrated passion fruit juice (often labeled as 'suco de maracujá concentrado'), check the international aisle or specialized Caribbean/Latin grocery stores. If unavailable, you can substitute by blending fresh passion fruit pulp with minimal water and straining it, though store-bought concentrated juice is the standard for this recipe.
Preparation method
- In a pitcher, combine the filtered water, concentrated passion fruit juice, and sugar, then set aside.
- Prepare the pork by trimming any excess fat, then soak the meat in filtered water for 10 minutes.
- Drain the pork, pat dry, pierce the surface with the tip of a knife, and season generously with salt.
- Heat the butter in a heavy-bottomed pot and sauté the sliced onions until they are golden and slightly crisp at the edges.
- Add the pork to the pot and slowly pour in the passion fruit mixture, adding the liquid gradually as the meat cooks through.
- Continue to simmer until the sauce reduces and thickens into a rich, syrupy glaze.
- Slice the pork, drizzle with the thickened sauce, and serve alongside farofa and white rice.
Observations
This quintessential Brazilian dish, Lombo ao Molho de Maracujá, is a refined yet hearty centerpiece for your dining table. The combination of tender pork with the vibrant, tart sweetness of passion fruit creates a sophisticated balance of flavors that is truly unforgettable.
While roasting or braising pork loin might seem daunting, this step-by-step method ensures the meat remains juicy and flavorful throughout the process. It is a highly versatile dish that appeals to many, making it a stellar choice for a Sunday family gathering or an elegant dinner party.
While roasting or braising pork loin might seem daunting, this step-by-step method ensures the meat remains juicy and flavorful throughout the process. It is a highly versatile dish that appeals to many, making it a stellar choice for a Sunday family gathering or an elegant dinner party.
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