Brazilian recipe
Pork Loin with Passion Fruit Sauce (Lombo ao molho de maracujá)
Discover how to prepare tender pork loin with a tangy, sweet and sour passion fruit reduction. A classic Brazilian dish, perfect for special occasions.
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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 tablespoon butter
Salt to taste
1 bottle concentrated passion fruit juice
1 liter filtered water
2 cups granulated sugar
1 large onion
1 tablespoon butter
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Pork loin can be found at local butchers (butchers) or supermarket meat counters. Concentrated passion fruit juice is available in the ethnic/international aisles of larger supermarkets or specialized shops; if unavailable, fresh passion fruit pulp can be used as a substitute, adjusting the sugar accordingly.
Preparation method
- In a jug, mix the filtered water, the concentrated passion fruit juice, and the sugar. Set this mixture aside.
- Prepare the pork: remove excess fat and let it soak in filtered water for 10 minutes.
- Drain the water from the pork. Poke holes in the meat with the tip of a knife and season only with salt.
- In a pan, heat the butter and sauté the sliced onion until it is golden and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Add the pork to the pan and, little by little, pour in the passion fruit mixture, adding the liquid gradually until the pork is cooked through.
- Continue cooking until the passion fruit sauce reduces and thickens, forming a rich glaze.
- Serve the pork sliced, drizzled with the thickened sauce, accompanied by farofa and white rice.
Observations
This classic of Brazilian cuisine, Pork Loin with Passion Fruit Sauce, is a flavorful and elegant option for your meals. The combination of succulent pork meat with the sweet and sour, slightly acidic notes of the passion fruit creates an irresistible balance of flavors.
Preparing a pork loin might seem intimidating, but with this step-by-step recipe, you will achieve a juicy and flavorful result. It is a versatile dish that pleases many palates, making it an excellent choice for a Sunday family lunch or a special dinner.
Preparing a pork loin might seem intimidating, but with this step-by-step recipe, you will achieve a juicy and flavorful result. It is a versatile dish that pleases many palates, making it an excellent choice for a Sunday family lunch or a special dinner.
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