Roast Pork Loin with Apple Chutney

Step 1

Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels. Brush the pork loin with olive oil.

Step 2

Whisk together the pepper, garlic, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, paprika,  and cayenne pepper in a small bowl and sprinkle generously all over the pork loin. Save any remaining spice rub for another recipe. Place the seasoned pork loin on a baking sheet and let it sit for at least 20 minutes at room temperature as you preheat your oven.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 475° F.

Step 4

Place pork in oven and roast for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Lower heat to 350°F, and continue roasting the pork for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork loin roast is about 145 degrees F. Allow 10 minutes of rest time before slicing.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook for about 1 minute to soften.

Step 7

Add the apples, cranberries, and ginger to the saucepan. Season with salt and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Stir in the vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, and cayenne pepper, and lower heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the apples have cooked down and the chutney is thick and flavorful. Adjust seasoning with salt, if necessary. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.