Brazilian recipe
Braided Pork Loin (Lombo trançado)
Discover how to prepare a succulent braided pork loin with bacon and pineapple, ideal for festive gatherings. An easy recipe that guarantees flavor and tenderness.
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Ingredients
2 kg pork loin
250g sliced bacon
Seasoning to taste
Pineapple juice for basting
1 diced pineapple
1 head lettuce
250g sliced bacon
Seasoning to taste
Pineapple juice for basting
1 diced pineapple
1 head lettuce
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found in local supermarkets, produce markets, and butchers across Nigeria. Look for fresh pork loin, sliced bacon, pineapple juice, and fresh pineapples.
Preparation method
- Trim the ends and sides of the pork loin.
- Cut the meat into three equal strips along the length.
- Season the strips and weave them into a braid.
- Wrap the braid with bacon slices and secure with toothpicks.
- Drizzle with pineapple juice and marinate for one hour.
- Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the oven and remove foil after cooking starts.
- Bake for no more than an hour.
- Decorate with pineapple chunks and lettuce leaves before serving.
Observations
This dish is perfect for special occasions. The secret lies in marinating the pork loin in pineapple juice to ensure tenderness, while the bacon adds an irresistible smoky flavor. To prepare, trim the ends and sides of the loin, then cut the meat into three equal strips along the length. Season the strips and weave them into a braid, then wrap the braid with bacon slices and secure with toothpicks. Drizzle with pineapple juice and marinate for an hour. Cover with foil, bake, and remove the foil once cooking begins. Bake for up to an hour. Garnish with pineapple chunks and lettuce leaves before serving.
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